Vol. 54, No. 16, April 20, 1962. 4 pages. View this issue
Visitors heading to Seattle for Expo ’62 were the lead concern of this four-page issue. Eimer Ogawa reported that the city’s new council members moved to address rent-gouging by private lodging operators, and that Expo Lodging had cleaned up its practices after public criticism. Preparations for the JACL biennial convention in Seattle also appeared on page one, where the Jr. JACL asked chapters to report how many youth delegates would attend. Masao Sotow described a new exhibit of chapter activities planned for the convention.
Elsewhere, a Nisei medical technician, Steven Chinen, was cited for his part in controlling a 1942 typhoid epidemic in Honolulu. Takachi Kitaoka was confirmed as a Hawaii judge, and a Sacramento state employee’s suggestion saved the state about $23,000 a year. Tamotsu Murayama’s Tokyo Topics column and news of Japan Air Lines flights from Los Angeles to Tokyo fill the inside pages.
What’s in this issue
National
- Expo Lodging Quiets Rent-Gougers, by Eimer Ogawa, page 1. Seattle’s new council members moved to address rent-gouging of Expo ’62 visitors by private lodging operators. Reports indicate Expo Lodging has cleaned up its practices after public criticism.
- Qualified Nisei Sought for State Personnel Panel, by P.C. Staff, page 1. The California Civil Service Commission is seeking qualified Nisei to serve on an interview panel. Applicants should have knowledge and experience relevant to the position.
- Washington Newsletter: Voting Representation, page 1. The Supreme Court ruled that state legislative apportionment disputes are justiciable, reversing its prior precedent. The decision sends Tennessee reapportionment challenges to a special three-judge panel.
- Suggestion by Canadian Mayor to Treat Doukhobor Terrorism, page 2. A Canadian mayor suggested that Doukhobor terrorism be handled through emergency measures, prompting debate in British Columbia. The Japanese-language weekly New Canadian responded critically to the proposal.
Community
- Nisei Suggestion Saving $23,000 a Year Rewarded, page 1. A Sacramento state employee’s suggestion to streamline probation reporting saved the state about $23,000 annually. The change reduced typing and paperwork through a new method for producing reports.
- $1,000 Issue Story Donation Miscredited, page 1. A $1,000 donation connected to a story was credited incorrectly, according to the report. The error was addressed in the publication.
- Kitaoka Confirmed as Hawaii Jurist, page 1. The Hawaii State Senate confirmed Takachi Kitaoka as judge of the Second Judicial Circuit Court on Maui. He previously served as a city and county official.
- Jobes Shimane Avis Working in Venezuela, page 2. Madera resident Jobes Shimane Avis is working in Venezuela with a group on an agricultural program. The article describes his work on grafting and improving citrus products.
- Five JAL Jets a Week Los Angeles to Tokyo, by P.C. Staff, page 2. Japan Air Lines announced it will fly five jets a week from Los Angeles International Airport to Tokyo beginning in April. The added evening DC-8 flights offer a more convenient schedule.
- Tokyo Topics, by Tamotsu Murayama, page 3. Tamotsu Murayama’s column comments on the cost of living in Seattle, the timing of a US nuclear test near Japan’s Emperor’s birthday, and a Japanese wedding reception. The column touches on Nisei community picnics and social customs.
- LA Nisei Relays Slated May 27, page 3. The Los Angeles Nisei Relays are scheduled for May 27 and organizers expect a turnout exceeding last year’s 200 participants. The event is a community athletic gathering.
- Exhibit Showing ‘Best Bets’ of Chapter Activities New Feature, by Masao Sotow, page 4. A new feature will display the best chapter activities at the national convention as a showcase of JACL programs. Chapters are invited to participate in the exhibit.
JACL
- Youth Program for 17th Biennial Proposed, Seek Count of Delegates, page 1. The Jr. JACL advance registration committee is asking chapters to report how many youth delegates will attend the Seattle biennial convention. A special youth package and housing options are being proposed.
- One-Day Youth Career Parley in Chicago Set, page 4. A one-day career conference for Japanese American youth has been scheduled in Chicago. The event is designed to help young people explore career options.
Military & Veterans
- Nisei Medical Technician Cited as Hero of Typhoid Epidemic, page 1. Steven Chinen, a Nisei medical technician, was recognized for his role in controlling an unpublicized 1942 typhoid fever epidemic in Honolulu. He helped identify the carrier and secure serum for treatment.
Commentary
- Spring Fever, page 2. A columnist reflects on the arrival of spring and the feeling of wanting to be outdoors rather than working. The piece is light and personal in tone.
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