Vol. 51, No. 6, August 5, 1960. 8 pages. View this issue
Seattle’s Seafair Grande Parade was the story of the week. The chapter’s Gift of Japanese Dolls float won the Mayor’s Trophy, and Elmer Ogawa wrote about the months of volunteer work behind it. Nancy Ann Sawa was named a lady-in-waiting to the Seafair queen. Civil rights news ran alongside: Oregon’s 1949 law on employment and housing, and a Merced court award of $1,000 to an Air Force officer refused an apartment because of his race. Frank Chuman, the national JACL president, reported on convention decisions in his column.
Elsewhere, Tamotsu Murayama described the Boy Scout Jamboree in Colorado Springs, and Denver groups hosted Japanese scouts on their way home. Mike Masaoka compared the two parties’ civil rights platforms. Richard Akagi, Fred Takata and Leslie Nakashima contributed columns and features, and a 1961 Nisei veterans reunion in Honolulu was announced.
What’s in this issue
Community
- Seattle Japanese Rightfully Proud, by P.C. Staff, page 1. The Seattle JACL float won third place among 28 award-winning entries in the Seafair Grande Parade, drawing a crowd of 250,000. The editorial praises the public relations value of such floats and urges chapters to participate.[ref]
- Seattle JACLers Jubilant, Nancy Sawa in Royalty, by P.C. Staff, page 1. Seattle JACL’s float won the Mayor’s Trophy in the Seafair Grande Parade, and Nancy Ann Sawa was selected as a lady-in-waiting to the Seafair queen. The chapter’s $3,000 float fund drive was still underway.[ref]
- Telephone Relay Set-Up for Emergency Planned, by P.C. Staff, page 1. St. Louis JACL is considering a chain-calling system so the chapter president can relay urgent news to all members within hours. The plan would reach over 150 phone numbers without toll charges.[ref]
- Kenjinkai Picnics, by P.C. Staff, page 2. The author describes the annual Fukuoka Kenjinkai picnic in Elysian Park, with Issei and Nisei families sharing food, games, and a Dodgers game on the radio. The gathering shows the growing number of Sansei each year.[ref]
- Denver Community Groups Host Visiting Scouts En Route Home from Jamboree, by P.C. Staff, page 3. Denver Japanese American groups hosted Japanese Boy Scouts returning home from the Jamboree with a series of events including a swim party, dinner, and judo tournament. The Mountain-Plains JACL presented gifts and thanked the many volunteers involved.[ref]
- San Diego Chapter Scholarship Award Goes to Girl, by P.C. Staff, page 4. Barbara Yamamoto, a Lincoln High School graduate, received the third annual San Diego JACL scholarship of $100. She plans to study business administration and finance at UC Berkeley.[ref]
- Hole-in-One Carded in 1000er Tourney, by P.C. Staff, page 4. Mo Domoto won the Chicago JACL 1000 Club golf tournament with a 71-9-62 score. Thomas Masuda scored a hole-in-one on the sixth hole.[ref]
- Detroit-Windsor Freedom Festival Participation by JACLers, by P.C. Staff, page 6. Detroit JACL took part in nearly every event of the Freedom Festival, including a float in the Torchlight Parade with queen Janet Hashimoto. Volunteers organized displays, dances, and a children’s parade.[ref]
- Seafair Week Reigns in Seattle, by Elmer Ogawa, page 7. Seattle JACL’s Gift of Japanese Dolls float won the Mayor’s Trophy in the Seafair parade after months of volunteer work. Ogawa credits many volunteers for the float’s construction and transport.[ref]
- Nisei Voted County GOP Committeeman by Write-In Campaign, by P.C. Staff, page 7. Sam Takaichi was elected to the Santa Clara County Republican Central Committee through a last-minute write-in campaign. He received nearly 50 votes, well above the 20 required.[ref]
National
- Oregon Civil Rights Law Aids in Employment, Housing Fields, by P.C. Staff, page 1. Oregon civil rights division administrator Mark A. Smith told Ontario Kiwanians that the state’s 1949 civil rights law has effectively protected equal opportunity in employment and housing. He explained the conciliation process used to resolve complaints without court action.[ref]
- Slap Judgment on Apartment House Owner Who Discriminated, by P.C. Staff, page 1. A Merced superior court awarded $1,000 to Air Force officer Charles R. Hudson after apartment owners refused him housing because of his race. The apartment had been built with federal funds.[ref]
- Architect Minoru Yamasaki to Design Apartments, by P.C. Staff, page 1. The Detroit firm of Minoru Yamasaki & Associates was named one of four companies to design apartment buildings in San Francisco’s Western Addition redevelopment area.[ref]
- Why Do Japanese Soldier Brides Learn English?, by P.C. Staff, page 2. UC Berkeley speech professor Dr. Susan M. Ervin received a $31,500 National Science Foundation grant to study how 150 Japanese soldier brides learned English. The study will also examine how a speaker’s current language affects their thinking.[ref]
Military & Veterans
- Nisei Educator Calls for Revamping English Teaching, by P.C. Staff, page 1. Semanticist Dr. S.I. Hayakawa urged schools to shift English instruction away from fear of grammatical errors. He suggested students learn faster when their classmates grade their papers.[ref]
- Breezy Vacation in Waikiki Offered Next Year for Nisei Veterans at 442nd Reunion, by P.C. Staff, page 8. The 1961 Nisei Veterans Reunion will be held in Honolulu from June 10 to 17 with a week of events. Royce E. Higa chairs the committee, and the estimated cost is $357 per person.[ref]
Commentary
- Drayment for the Day, by P.C. Staff, page 2. JACL staff and volunteers helped move office equipment to the new Pacific Citizen and regional office quarters at 125 Weller St. The editors thank the volunteers who gave their time to the move.[ref]
- President’s Corner, by Frank Chuman, page 4. National JACL president Frank Chuman reports on convention decisions, including a $100,000 budget and the start of Pacific Citizen circulation to all members in 1961. He pledges to continue JACL’s progressive direction.[ref]
- Pointing Southwestward, by Fred Takata, page 5. Takata reports on the Regional Office move to the Sun Building, the West Los Angeles JACL auxiliary gathering, and the Nisei Week queen judging. He thanks volunteers and mentions upcoming Coronation Ball tickets.[ref]
- East of the River, by Richard Akagi, page 6. Akagi reflects on the 1960 political conventions and praises Congressman Walter Judd and Senator Hubert Humphrey. He also recalls his early political education in Chicago under Congressman Sidney Yates.[ref]
- Washington Newsletter, by Mike Masaoka, page 8. Masaoka previews the special congressional session and compares the 1960 Democratic and Republican civil rights platforms. He notes Congressman Judd’s keynote address at the Republican Convention was a highlight for JACLers.[ref]
In-Depth
- Outstanding Scout Jamboree, by Tamotsu Murayama, page 2. Murayama reports on the 50th Boy Scout Jamboree in Colorado Springs, noting the Japanese contingent had no illness or theft. He also describes a Buddhist service led by Rev. Noboru Tsunoda that drew many scouts.[ref]
- Young Brazilian Aspirants Seeking Fortune in Japan Sumo Find Life Difficult, by Leslie Nakashima, page 6. Two young Brazilian wrestlers of Japanese and Italian ancestry are struggling through the harsh apprenticeship in Japanese sumo. The article explains the traditions and demands of the sport.[ref]
Arts & Entertainment
- Berkeley Nisei Authors Narrative-Cookbook, by Miyuki Aoyama, page 2. Tosh Kajitani’s book With Friends, Sukiyaki combines narrative and cookbook content about the popular dish. The reviewer calls it an ideal gift for non-Japanese friends.[ref]
Sports
- Sansei Captains Team to Area Babe Ruth Loop Title, by P.C. Staff, page 6. Alan Arita, 14, captained his New York Babe Ruth League team to the Area 4 championship and a trip to the state playoffs. The team competed for a chance at the national crown.[ref]
Obituaries
- Dr. Konai Miyamoto Honored by Denver Post, by P.C. Staff, page 8. The Denver Post Gallery of Fame honored retired dentist Dr. Konai Miyamoto for his work promoting Japanese-American friendship. He received the Order of the Sacred Treasure, fourth class.[ref]
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