Manzanar Free Press

The Manzanar Free Press was published from September 1942 to 1945. The newspaper was staffed mainly by camp inmates who wrote the articles, set the type, and printed the final copies.

World War II (231)
Concentration camps (1434)
Publications (339)
Manzanar Free Press (410)

Related articles from the Densho Encyclopedia :
Manzanar Free Press (newspaper)

Facilities
Format
Genre
Usage

Use <Ctrl> or (⌘) keys to select multiple terms

410 items
Manzanar Free Press Relocation Supplement Vol. 1 No. 16 (August 4, 1945) (ddr-densho-125-384)
doc Manzanar Free Press Relocation Supplement Vol. 1 No. 16 (August 4, 1945) (ddr-densho-125-384)
Selected article titles: "FSA Loan Requirements Given" (p. 1), "Former Prisoner-of-War Friendly to Nishimoto" (p. 1), "Proposal Made Against Evacuee Discrimination" (p. 1), "Tell Importance of Terminal Leave" (p. 3), "Hawaiian-Born Japanese Woman Wins Citizenship; Makes Boston News" (p. 4).
Manzanar Free Press Vol. 5 No. 18 (March 1, 1944) (ddr-densho-125-215)
doc Manzanar Free Press Vol. 5 No. 18 (March 1, 1944) (ddr-densho-125-215)
Selected article titles: "Delegates Meet With Director for Draft Discussion. Merritt Leaves for Washington With Local Citizens' Message" (p. 1), "Seven Boys Held on Unauthorized Leave" (p. 1), "First Manzanar Group in Tule After 36-Hour Trip" (p. 1), "House Passes Bill Aimed at Disloyals" (p. 1), "Responsibility to U.S. Told Delegates" (p. 1), "Lift Curfew Law …
Manzanar Free Press Vol. 5 No. 28 (April 5, 1944) (ddr-densho-125-225)
doc Manzanar Free Press Vol. 5 No. 28 (April 5, 1944) (ddr-densho-125-225)
Selected article titles: "Housing Priorities Honor Block 16 Residents First" (p. 1), "Population Census Taken Here Friday" (p. 1), "Permit Leaves on Trial Basis" (p. 1), "Investigate Refusal to Serve in Army" (p. 1), "Local Officials Deny Knowledge of Nisei Joining Reserve Corps" (p. 1), "Urge Fight to Lift Pacific Coast Ban" (p. 1), "Report Progress …
Manzanar Free Press Vol. 6 No. 99 (June 9, 1945) (ddr-densho-125-345)
doc Manzanar Free Press Vol. 6 No. 99 (June 9, 1945) (ddr-densho-125-345)
Selected article titles: "Resettlers Requested to Apply for Leaves Ten Days in Advance" (p. 1), "War Department Seeks Information of Nisei Veterans" (p. 1), "Center Nisei and Labor Shortage" (p. 1), "Approximate Total of Relocatees Told" (p. 1), "Illegal to Discharge Firearms at People" (p. 1), "Cleveland Hostel Slated to Close" (p. 3), "Residents Asked to …
Manzanar Free Press Vol. I No. 34 (July 9, 1942) (ddr-densho-125-34)
doc Manzanar Free Press Vol. I No. 34 (July 9, 1942) (ddr-densho-125-34)
Selected article titles: "Immediate Action Urged for Repatriation" (p. 1), "Fifteen Block Leaders Open Offices at 1-1" (p. 1), "Gas Tank Explosion Hurts MP Top Sgt." (p. 1), "Payment of $15,000 in June Wages Disbursed in Alphabetical Order" (p. 1), "Men's Clothing Distributed to First Arrivals" (p. 1), "Friend's Service Committee Confer to Speed Work for …
Manzanar Free Press Vol. 6 No. 47 (December 6, 1944) (ddr-densho-125-295)
doc Manzanar Free Press Vol. 6 No. 47 (December 6, 1944) (ddr-densho-125-295)
Selected article titles: "Airborne Troop Life Tough Says Visiting Nisei Paratrooper" (p. 1), "Capacity Crowd Attends Social Event of Year" (p. 1), "Cigarettes Stolen From Poston Co-op Warehouse" (p. 2), "Students Favor Return of Nisei to School" (p. 3), "Mail Christmas Gifts Early Says Postmaster" (p. 3), "Canada-Born Nisei Refused License to Operate Own Shop" (p. …
Manzanar Free Press Vol. II No. 57 (November 30, 1942) (ddr-densho-125-15)
doc Manzanar Free Press Vol. II No. 57 (November 30, 1942) (ddr-densho-125-15)
Selected article titles: "For a Very Merry Christmas" (p. 1), "Attempted Arson Foiled as Store Blaze Quenched" (p. 1), "Block 12 Boasts Largest Nisei Group" (p. 1), "Chief of Police Gilkey Donates Blood to Sick" (p. 1), "Distinguished Visitors Tour Manzanar Area" (p. 1), "Co-op Educational Committee to Meet" (p. 1), "Shoyu Name Contest" (p. 1), …
Manzanar Free Press Vol. III No. 6 (January 20, 1943) (ddr-densho-125-96)
doc Manzanar Free Press Vol. III No. 6 (January 20, 1943) (ddr-densho-125-96)
Selected article titles: "Peace Committee Given Approval" (p. 1), "Transfer to Other Centers Possible With Revised Policy" (p. 1), "Typewriter Rentals Due for Distribution" (p. 1), "Police Class on Accident Prevention Plan Starts. JC Credit to be Given" (p. 2), "Grammar, Reading Classes Under Way" (p. 3).
Manzanar Free Press Vol. II No. 5 (July 31, 1942) (ddr-densho-125-41)
doc Manzanar Free Press Vol. II No. 5 (July 31, 1942) (ddr-densho-125-41)
Selected article titles: "Rock Masonry Instruction" (p. 1), "Tulelake's Farm" (p. 1), "Project Director Nash to Speak Over KGO" (p. 1), "R. Hirai Proves First Occupant of New Bastile" (p. 1), "Judicial Board Suspends Sentence" (p. 1), "2 Dental Clinics Established for Local Residents" (p. 1), "Physician, Optometrist Arrive" (p. 1), "Federation of Citizens Holds Meet. …
Manzanar Free Press Vol. III No. 47 (June 12, 1943) (ddr-densho-125-139)
doc Manzanar Free Press Vol. III No. 47 (June 12, 1943) (ddr-densho-125-139)
Selected article titles: "Unusual Weather Dangers Crops at Local Farm" (p. 1), "Nisei Volunteers Adopt 'Go for Broke' Slogan" (p. 1), "Clerical Exams Being Given for Civil Service" (p. 1), "WRA Refutes Claims of Un-American Committee" (p. 1), "Bill Prohibiting Aliens to Farm Passed in State" (p. 1), "Procedure to Hire Aliens Simplified" (p. 1), "Tribunal …
Manzanar Free Press Vol. II No. 35 (October 10, 1942) (ddr-densho-125-79)
doc Manzanar Free Press Vol. II No. 35 (October 10, 1942) (ddr-densho-125-79)
Selected article titles: "National Director Addresses Block Managers on WRA Policies" (p. 1), "More Subjects for Grown-Ups" (p. 1), "We Celebrate Fire Prevention Week" (p. 1), "Shoyu Project Ready" (p. 1), "Students Leave for Colleges" (p. 1), "Dillon Myer Watches as Groups Vote for Acceptance of Charter" (p. 1), "Support the Japanese Teachers" (p. 2), "Medical …
Manzanar Free Press Vol. II No. 53 (November 21, 1942) (ddr-densho-125-11)
doc Manzanar Free Press Vol. II No. 53 (November 21, 1942) (ddr-densho-125-11)
Selected article titles: "Relocation Story. Good Jobs Offered" (p. 1), "Polls Will Open Tomorrow" (p. 1), "Kimball Attends Directors Meet" (p. 1), "Language Profs Still Sought" (p. 1), "Domestic Jobs Still Offered" (p. 1), "Fancy Turkey Dinner on Tap" (p. 1), "Fire Water Goes to Hospital" (p. 1), "Election Notice: Don't Forget to Vote" (p. 1), …
Manzanar Free Press Vol. III No. 54 (July 7, 1943) (ddr-densho-125-146)
doc Manzanar Free Press Vol. III No. 54 (July 7, 1943) (ddr-densho-125-146)
Selected article titles: "Advisory Group Combines With Other Agencies" (p. 1), "Surveys Conditions Prevalent in Camp" (p. 1), "Japanese Americans from Centers Working on Farms" (p. 1), "New WRA Ruling for Workers on Furlough Given" (p. 1), "School Standard Met by Manzanar Junior College" (p. 1), "Decrease Noted Last Month as 68 Terminate" (p. 1), "Regulations …
Manzanar Free Press Vol. III No. 32 (April 21, 1943) (ddr-densho-125-124)
doc Manzanar Free Press Vol. III No. 32 (April 21, 1943) (ddr-densho-125-124)
Selected article titles: "National Director of WRA, Dillon Myer, Pays Visit. Two-day Center Tour Conducted" (p. 1), "Statistics Show Midwest Living Expense Lower. Cost of Living in Kansas City, Indianapolis and Denver Lower" (p. 1), "Insufficient Work Reported by Boys in Idaho Related" (p. 1), "Colorado Accepts Farm Laborers" (p. 1), "Relocation is an Opportunity Says …
Manzanar Free Press Vol. 6 No. 63 (January 27, 1945) (ddr-densho-125-307)
doc Manzanar Free Press Vol. 6 No. 63 (January 27, 1945) (ddr-densho-125-307)
Selected article titles: "Farm Security Aid Available for Evacuees Meeting Qualifications" (p. 1), "Fresno Reception Reported Friendly" (p. 1), "Hutchinson Asks Aid of Residents in Infantile Paralysis Campaign" (p. 1), "Agencies to Permit Japanese Fishermen to Operate Vessels" (p. 1), "Protest Attempt License Restoration to Nisei Fishermen" (p. 2), "House Considers Bill to Close All Centers …
Manzanar Free Press Vol. 6 No. 38 (November 4, 1944) (ddr-densho-125-286)
doc Manzanar Free Press Vol. 6 No. 38 (November 4, 1944) (ddr-densho-125-286)
Selected article titles: "Farewell Party Held in Honor of Adams" (p. 1), "Budget Limitations Hit Minidoka Gym" (p. 1), "Canada Loan Drive Exceeds Last Quota" (p. 1), "Tell of Nisei Women in War Effort" (p. 1), "Teletype Reveals Limited Housing at Seabrook" (p. 1), "Lift Martial Law" (p. 1), "Japanese American Captures Germans" (p. 2), "Korematsu-Endo …
Manzanar Free Press Vol. 5 No. 50 (June 21, 1944) (ddr-densho-125-247)
doc Manzanar Free Press Vol. 5 No. 50 (June 21, 1944) (ddr-densho-125-247)
Selected article titles: "Bolster Funds to Study Japanese Problems" (p. 1), "Postwar Relocation Center Plans Told" (p. 1), "Regulations Still in Effect on Contrabands" (p. 1), "Raise Age of Youths on Leave Clearance Filing" (p. 2), "Poston Water Situation Reported as Serious" (p. 2), "Military Situation to Decide Return to Coast" (p. 3).
Manzanar Free Press Vol. III No. 25 (March 27, 1943) (ddr-densho-125-116)
doc Manzanar Free Press Vol. III No. 25 (March 27, 1943) (ddr-densho-125-116)
Selected article titles: "Malicious Rumor of Bonus Money Curbed by Heath. Money Granted for Relocation" (p. 1), "Invite Caucasians to Red Cross Show" (p. 1), "Construction of Faculty Living Quarters Started" (p. 1), "Evacuee Property Office Established" (p. 1), "Oldest Nisei, Gunner in Spanish-American War" (p. 2), "School Papers Make Debut With Mimeographed Editions" (p. 3).
Manzanar Free Press Relocation Supplement Vol. 1 No. 7 (June 2, 1945) (ddr-densho-125-374)
doc Manzanar Free Press Relocation Supplement Vol. 1 No. 7 (June 2, 1945) (ddr-densho-125-374)
Selected article titles: "Encourage Resettlers to Notify of Leaves" (p. 1), "Undeveloped Land in Mojave Desert Area Offered to Families" (p. 1), "300 Missourians Attend Social" (p. 1), "New York WRA Office Distributes Pamphlet for Issei Businessmen" (p. 2).
Manzanar Free Press Vol. IV No. 27 (December 8, 1943) (ddr-densho-125-191)
doc Manzanar Free Press Vol. IV No. 27 (December 8, 1943) (ddr-densho-125-191)
Selected article titles: "'White Christmas' in Manzanar? First Snow Here Since Evacuation" (p. 1), "Adams Tells Assembly of Local Clearance Hearings" (p. 1), "'War Front Exciting' Says Nisei" (p. 1), "Name Four From Community to Complete Advisory Committee" (p. 1), "Eberharter Defends Constitution Rights" (p. 2).
Manzanar Free Press Vol. III No. 39 (May 15, 1943) (ddr-densho-125-131)
doc Manzanar Free Press Vol. III No. 39 (May 15, 1943) (ddr-densho-125-131)
Selected article titles: "Cellar Hazards!" (p. 1), "'Tofu' Lovers!" (p. 1), "'Resettling is an Asset' States Rhoads in Speech" (p. 1), "The Salvation Army to Assist Evacuees" (p. 1), "Boy Scout Headquarters Opens Under New Leader" (p. 1), "Student Relocation Claims 34 Persons" (p. 1), "Soldier Boys Entertain Nisei Girls at Shelby" (p. 1), "Nisei is …
Manzanar Free Press Vol. 6 No. 46 (December 2, 1944) (ddr-densho-125-294)
doc Manzanar Free Press Vol. 6 No. 46 (December 2, 1944) (ddr-densho-125-294)
Selected article titles: "Adult Education to Start New Classes" (p. 1), "Reveals Total Nisei Casualties" (p. 1), "Warns Residents on Overheating Stoves" (p. 1), "President Roosevelt Closes Door to West Coast Area" (p. 1), "WRA Reports Wider Evacuee Distribution" (p. 1), "Charge WRA Uses 'Brazen Propaganda'" (p. 2), "Nisei Found Guilty of Draft Violation" (p. 3), …
Manzanar Free Press Vol. I No. 16 (May 26, 1942) (ddr-densho-125-405)
doc Manzanar Free Press Vol. I No. 16 (May 26, 1942) (ddr-densho-125-405)
Selected article titles: "Wind Damages Lath Houses" (p. 1), "Youths Register Here on June 30" (p. 1), "Canteen Profits for Local Center" (p. 1), "Police, Firemen, Patrol, Hospital Workers Get Early Meal Service" (p. 1), "For Better Living: Hobby Gardens Planned" (p. 2), "Schooling: Propose Traffic Trades Homemaking Classes Here" (p. 3), "No Owners for Lost …
Manzanar Free Press Vol. 6 No. 44 (November 25, 1944) (ddr-densho-125-292)
doc Manzanar Free Press Vol. 6 No. 44 (November 25, 1944) (ddr-densho-125-292)
Selected article titles: "Telegram Discloses Manzanar Volunteer Wounded in France" (p. 1), "Observe Armistice" (p. 1), "Return of Evacuees Alarms Congressman" (p. 1), "Facts About Evacuee Property" (p. 1), "Catholic Group Plan Christmas Program" (p. 3), "Jerome to House Prisoners of War" (p. 4), "Anti Alien Land Bill Defeated in Colorado" (p. 4).
API