JACL election season opens as Kuwahara and Yoshimura seek the presidency

Vol. 58, No. 22, May 29, 1964. 4 pages. View this issue

The race for national JACL president took shape in this four-page issue. The Mountain-Plains District Council nominated Dr. Kuwahara for a second term as national president, and a separate story reported that campaign headquarters had opened for Yoshinori Yoshimura, with a chairman and committees organized. Another front-page story looked ahead to the national convention in Detroit, where early delegates won prizes, and Mary Togasaki’s column on page 4 described Pine Knob Lodge, the site of the delegates’ outings.

Other news ranged widely. A Detroit conference remembered Clarence Pickett of the American Friends Service Committee for his wartime aid to Nisei. Mike Masaoka spoke in Honolulu about the fight for Negro equality, and the Honolulu Board of Realtors took a position on the civil rights bill. Several stories followed Nisei veterans and VFW posts, and Junkeh Harui joined the Winslow city council.

What’s in this issue

JACL

  • Mountain-Plains District Council Nominates K. Kuwahara for Re-election as National JACL President, by P.C. Staff, page 1. The Mountain-Plains District Council nominated Dr. Kuwahara for a second term as national JACL president. The article outlines his long record of JACL service and leadership.
  • Campaign Headquarters Opened for Yoshinori Yoshimura for JACL President, by P.C. Staff, page 1. Campaign headquarters for Yoshimura’s presidential bid opened last week with a chairman and committees organized. The campaign emphasizes his youth leadership record and national program advocacy.

National

  • Quaker Official Clarence Pickett Remembered for Aid to Nisei Evacuees, by P.C. Staff, page 1. Clarence Pickett, American Friends Service Committee official, is remembered at a Detroit conference for his wartime aid to Nisei evacuees. His efforts on behalf of Japanese Americans are recalled by speakers.
  • Treaty Merchants Charge State Bias Against Students, by P.C. Staff, page 1. Treaty merchants from Japan say the state has discriminated against their children attending private Japanese language schools. The article reports on their challenge to state restrictions.
  • Honolulu Realtors Support Civil Rights Bill Objectives, by P.C. Staff, page 1. The Honolulu Board of Realtors passed a resolution supporting the objectives of the civil rights bill. The board also opposed certain provisions that would affect real estate transactions.

Community

  • Early Detroit Delegates Win Prizes, by P.C. Staff, page 1. Detroit JACL delegates were recognized with prizes at the national convention preparations. The article lists the winners and their chapter affiliations.
  • Herb Hirano Seeks House Seat, by P.C. Staff, page 1. Walter M. Heen, a politically prominent Hawaii figure, began his campaign for the House seat vacated by Rep. Thomas Gill. The article covers his candidacy and background.
  • Jerry Enomoto to Speak at San Bruno Memorial, by P.C. Staff, page 1. Jerry Enomoto, a former JACL leader, will speak at the Memorial Day services at Golden Gate National Cemetery sponsored by JACL and VFW. The event honors those who served.
  • Nisei Appointed to Winslow City Council, by P.C. Staff, page 1. Nisei florist Junkeh Harui was appointed to a vacancy on the Winslow, Washington city council. The article reports on his appointment and community background.
  • Negro Equality Fight Pledged by Masaoka, by P.C. Staff, page 1. Mike Masaoka spoke about the struggle for Negro equality during a pause in his Honolulu visit. He discussed the parallels with the Nisei wartime experience.
  • Eden Township JACL Community Picnic, by P.C. Staff, page 4. The Eden Township JACL announced a community picnic with softball, archery, and family activities. Organizers invite members and friends to attend.
  • Living It Easy at Pine Knob Lodge, by Mary Togasaki, page 4. Pine Knob Lodge is described as the site for JACL convention delegates’ outings, with golf, dining, and lodge amenities. The article previews facilities for the convention weekend.
  • East L.A. JACL Names Nisei Week Candidate, by P.C. Staff, page 4. The East Los Angeles JACL named Janine Fujikawa as its candidate for Nisei Week queen. The chapter’s Emerald Ball scholarship fundraiser is also reported.

In-Depth

  • History Project Steps Up Survey, Administrator Appointed to Staff, by P.C. Staff, page 1. The Japanese American Research Project appointed a project administrator as its survey progresses. The article describes the staffing changes and next steps of the history effort.

Arts & Entertainment

  • Nisei Veteran Appointed Japanese Language Instructor, by P.C. Staff, page 1. A Nisei language specialist was appointed to a position at a language school. The article describes his background and new role.

Military & Veterans

  • Sam Fujimura Installed as Council Commander, by P.C. Staff, page 1. Sam Fujimura, a Nisei veteran, was installed as commander of the Fresno County VFW Council. He was recently commissioned a lieutenant in the state militia.
  • Gengo Date Installed as Monterey VFW Commander, by P.C. Staff, page 1. Gengo Date was installed as commander of Memorial Post 1659 at the chapter’s 20th anniversary banquet. The article covers the installation event.
  • Nisei Cadets Receive ROTC Academic Awards, by P.C. Staff, page 1. Nisei ROTC cadets received academic awards from the VFW in Los Angeles. The article names the honorees and their achievements.

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