[Personal Letter], 1942
Scope and Contents
The Izui Family Papers consists of Mikisaburo Izui’s hand-painted stones (1942) and handmade journals with botanical notes and sketches (1942-1962). Also present is a scrapbook created by Matakichi Izui that includes government documents related to his naturalization as a U.S. citizen, his internment experience, his jobs and photographs and itineraries related to his travels throughout the U.S (1917-1976). The collection includes Suzu Izui’s instruments and musical composition booklets (early 1900s), articles related to Victor Izui’s service in the 442nd Regimental Combat Team (2003) and prints of “Scene: the pictorial magazine” (1949) collected by George and Ruby Izui.
Dates
- 1942
Extent
From the Collection: 4 boxes
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
From the Collection: Japanese
General
From Mikisaburo Izui to Matakichi (September 4, 1942) as he was being held in Int. Camp Livingston, Louisiana; censors cut out piece of letter; describes camp life and mentions work as a pharmacist
Repository Details
Part of the JASC Legacy Center Repository