Vol. 55, No. 12, September 21, 1962. 4 pages. View this issue
Immigration reform led this four-page issue. The campaign to repeal the exclusion provisions of the 1952 Walter-McCarran Act moved into high gear in Washington, with the Hart Immigration Bill and the Pacific Triangle concept at the center of the story. Mike Masaoka’s Washington Newsletter reported on the immigration quota formulas debated at the National JACL Convention in Seattle. An in-depth piece, “Our Worst Wartime Mistake,” described the mass removal of Japanese Americans from their homes during World War II and argued for a formal repudiation of it.
Elsewhere, Bill Hosokawa’s Frying Pan column looked at a quieter household as his two elder children left for college. A review took up S. W. Kung’s book on Chinese Americans, and a youth column asked the next generation to carry on the JACL’s work. News from the chapters included an 87th chapter formed in Southern California, reported by Jim Higashi, and a testimonial luau planned for Rep. Dan Inouye.
What’s in this issue
National
- Washington Repeal Campaign Moves Into High Gear on SJR 21, by Gov. Smylie, page 1. The campaign to repeal the 1952 Walter-McCarran Act’s exclusion provisions advances in Washington. The article discusses the Hart Immigration Bill and the Pacific Triangle concept.
JACL
- National JACL Convention Commemorated Pacific Triangle Concept in Seattle, by Mike Masaoka, page 1. Masaoka’s Washington Newsletter reports on immigration quota formulas debated at the National JACL Convention in Seattle. It examines how the National Origins Formula and Pacific Triangle concept affect Asian immigration.
In-Depth
- Our Worst Wartime Mistake, page 1. The article describes the mass evacuation of Japanese Americans from their homes during World War II. It argues that formal repudiation of the wartime action is needed for justice.
Commentary
- Chinese in American Life, page 2. A review of S. W. Kung’s scholarly book on the history and experience of Chinese Americans. The reviewer draws comparisons with the Japanese American experience.
- This Year, Just Take a Cat-Nap: National Voter Registration, page 2. A call to action urging citizens to register and vote in the 1962 elections. It emphasizes the importance of participation in democratic institutions.
- Youth Speaks: To Bridge and to Build, page 2. A young writer reflects on the JACL’s role in advancing Japanese American interests and civil rights. The piece urges the next generation to take up the organization’s work.
- Frying Pan, by Bill Hosokawa, page 3. Hosokawa reflects on family life as his two elder children leave for college, leaving the household quieter. He shares personal observations about home and children.
Community
- San Jose CYS Basketball Program Starts, page 3. News of the Community Youth Services basketball program launching in San Jose. It also notes recognition of Little League world champions from the area.
- Japanese American Community Leaders Summoned to New Series of Seattle Conferences, by Palmer Ogawa, page 3. Japanese American community leaders are invited to a new round of conferences in Seattle. The article covers the purpose and participants of the meetings.
- 87th Chapter Formed in Southern California, by Jim Higashi, page 4. Jim Higashi, PSW Regional Director, reports on the formation of a new JACL chapter and its installation of officers. The article describes organizing efforts in the Southwest region.
- Testimonial Luau for Rep. Dan Inouye Set by Southern California Bipartisan Group, page 4. A testimonial luau honoring Congressman Daniel Inouye is planned by a bipartisan group in Southern California. Details on date, cost, and sponsors are provided.
- Southwest Los Angeles JACL Chapter Membership Drive, page 4. The Southwest Los Angeles chapter discusses plans for its membership drive and emergency meeting. The chapter’s growth and leadership are highlighted.
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