Plans for a Japanese bath is being completed by a committee composed of Hiroshi Tsuda, Tom Uyeno and Yukio Kumamoto, according to the Council.

As soon as they are completed and approved by the regional office, they will be installed throughout the City.

The tubs will be 4 feet wide, 6 foot long and 2 1/2 feet deep.

The oratorical contest to be held on the 27th and 28th of this month promises to bring together some of the Colony's finest speakers, it was announced by the committee. Five experienced orators of the high school group will compete on the 27th; nine seasoned college-age linguists will speak for top honors on the 28th.

The contest rules are as follows: delivery will count 40%, contents 30%, and organization 30%. Speeches are limited to 10 minutes and all manuscript copies must be in to the oratorical committee for approval by Mon.

The committee is composed of Ted Shigeno, Perry Saito, Wilbur Kikuchi, and Frank Hijikata.

Scorpion, deadly insect known as "sasori" in Japanese, was found near the Fire Station #2 by a warden Tuesday afternoon. Residents, especially children, are warned against attempting to catch them.

Although not fatal, scorpion bites are extremely painful. When bitten the victim is advised to suck the affected part immediately and apply ammonia.

As the picture shows, the insect about 3 inches long, has a pair of large nipping claws and a long, jointed tail terminating with a venomous sting.

Recreational summer schools will fling their doors open tomorrow 8:30 a.m. to stage a Field Day at the central firebreak. Attempt will be made to show how pupils have advanced in their educational activities.

Residents will be entertained by the children will a well-rounded program continuing until 11 a.m. Each of the seven Ward Schools will vie for top honors in spelling bee, tumbling, relay and obstacle races, and softball games.

General chairman is Isaac Igarachi, assisted by Shig Miyai, singing; Mary Iseri, awards; Amy Masuda and Dorothy Keikoan, track and field events; and Martha Ishikawa, publicity.

Establishment of a photographic studio here is being studied by the Western Defense Command, according to word received by the Administration from Regional Director, E.R. Fryer.

A center-wide search for a queen and six attendants to reign over the Labor Day festivities is being sponsored by the Recreational department. Stressing popularity rather than beauty, the following rules governing the contest were released by Bette Sato and Mas Yamasaki, co-chairmen for the event:

(1) Contestants must be 16 years or over;
(2) Single
(3) Candidates must represent some organization or be sponsored by a group of 50 whose signatures must be obtained;
(4) Entries must be in by Aug. 31, 5 p.m. at the Recreational center;
(5) In the case of a large number of contestants, semi-finals will be held on Sept. 1.

Votes may be case by all center residents. Applications and ballots will be available at the Recreation office, #1808.

All organizations, clubs, work groups, or groups of individuals are urged to enter their choice in the contest. An all-out call for cooperation was issued by Bette Sato.

Editors ..... Frank Tanabe, Howard Imazuki, G.T. Watanabe
Literary Editor ..... Jobo Nakamura
Sports Editors ..... Toko Fujii, Kunio Otani
Art Editors ..... James Matsuo, Martha Mizuguchi
Promotion Manager ..... Stanley Sugiyama
Reporters ..... Tsuyoshi Nakamura, Ken Hayashi, Tom Seto, Yuri Kobukata, Mary Inouye, Eugene Okada, Bryan Mayeda, Bill Marutani

The United States Army has assorted that the majority of the interned Japanese evacuees are loyal to the United States. About 4,000 nisei-in-uniform are serving the country today. Both American-born and alien Japanese cooperated whole-heartedly with evacuation orders, not wishing to be an issue which would disturb the nation's war effort.

The majority of the evacuees are loyal, the Army says.

That being the case, thinking nisei are wondering about some of the restrictions being handed down from the authorities at San Francisco. They are especially puzzled about restrictions on the Japanese language and Japanese language newspapers in the assembly and relocation centers. They realize that this is war and appreciate the Army's stand in the matter, but the question mark, nevertheless, remains.

Thinking nisei feel that San Francisco should be advised that a printed newspaper for Japanese in evacuation is an absolute essential for the success of the whole program -- especially in regard to morale and education and re-education. And consistency with this line would mean acceptance on the part of the authorities of the need for a Japanese language paper.

By banning the Japanese language, a powerful medium to teach democratic ideals to the older generation is completely lost. American history, customs, and literature could be greatly clarified to the older generation by means of the Japanese language. The Japanese language could be used in a much better fashion than merely being restricted to seditious Axis propaganda. As one nisei put it, "It ain't a language that's wrong, but the purposes for which it's used."

Education, everyone will agree, should play a major part in the evacuation program. The issei, prior to evacuation, were a hard-working and industrious immigrant group with little time or opportunity for educational pursuits. This is the first time the issei have had leisure time on their hands. Now is the opportune time to thoroughly acquaint the issei with fundamentals and principals which make up the democratic ideal. The Japanese language and newspaper will be a potent factor in carrying out such a program. They will also play a vital part in keeping up morale and preparing the issei for rehabilitation in post-war America.

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The Japanese in the centers, while puzzled by the restrictions, are not resentful of the orders. Whatever the order from San Francisco, it is carried out with the full cooperation of the evacuees. Any center administrator will attest to this.

The evacuees are willing to do whatever they can to aid America's war effort. But many feel that restrictions on Japanese language and newspaper will eventually prove detrimental to center morale and will hamper, rather than aid, the war effort.

GTW

BLOCK 32 TERROR
The old adage, "barking dog never bits: holds little water for "Tule", month-old pup, belonging to the Honda's at 3405-C.

The little pooch, which has been terrorizing block trespassers, has shown perserverance in the line of duty as a watchdog.

A few days ago, a Rec messenger pulled up at Block Manager Jack Okumura's office with "Tule" nipping at his bicycle wheels. Upon leaving the office, the messenger, much to his frustration, found him waiting patiently with his yellow fangs bared.

When last seen, the messenger was scooting off, cycling in the dust with one of his legs extended to keep "Tule" off at a more comfortable distance.

LIFE OF A WARDEN
After a long night of eventless patrolling, lanky Johnney Shintaku, one of Colony's vigilant wardens, threw himself on a cot to catch up on his much-needed sleep one afternoon.

It wasn't long before a sharp, shrill whistle rudely jolted him out his bed. In a flurried haste Shintaku scrambled to his feet, jumped into his trousers and rushed to the call of distress.

A large crowd had gathered near Block 17 and he furrowed his way through it only to find a little majorette whistling command to the strutting marching band.

Shintaku tore his hair off and went home muttering to himself.

GEORGE KAWATA'S BABY
...is 2-month-old now. As soon as each dinner is served, cook Kawata is seen swinging his first baby awkwardly in his arm outside the kitchen.

The completion dead-line-date for the furniture factory is scheduled for the middle part of next month, construction department officials indicated. Slated for operation before difficult outdoor weather moves in, the factory will provide indoor labor for colony workers.

By the end of this week, partitioning of class room barracks in various blocks in the city will be completed. School furniture are also being turned out in sizeable numbers in preparation for the coming fall term classes.

The permanent newspaper office at #1608, has been under process of remodeling with the installation of "sheet-rock" partitions, walls and ceilings.

F.H. Rouner, superintendent of the Redwood Manufacturers Co., arrived here from Pittsburgh, Calif. Wednesday.

Rouner is to be superintendent of the furniture factory here.

"There are many chances for men to learn a good trade," stated Rouner. "From what I have seen, this is a fine training school."

To work with Elaine Ishikawa on a program for the newly-organized Girls' Reserve, Essie L. Maguire, executive secretary of the San Francisco Y.W.C.A., arrived here Tuesday.

Commenting upon the purposes of the organization, Miss Maguire stated that besides getting the girls better acquainted with one another, the Girls' Reserve will aid in developing individual interests and skills to make the members able to be of service to this Community.

Luther Stults, chief mess steward, announces that sugar rationing is now in effect. Each individual is allotted 2 lbs. per month. The dining halls are distributing 16 lbs. of sugar per day for 250 diners.

The Alturas Chamber of Commerce donated $10.10 at the dinner held in their honor last Sunday at dining hall #2920, it was announced by Morris Abe, council secretary. This was divided between the cooks at #2920 and the recreational staff who provided entertainment for the guests.

Jeans and aprons will be the order of the evening on Friday, Aug. 21, when the social recreation department sponsors a series of public dances.

Three halls will open to jean and apron-clad dancers from 8 o'clock. Dining halls #720, #1620, and #7120 will be in charge of Mas Yamasaki, Perry Saito and Ted Shigeno, respectively.

Boy scout rally will be held on Friday, Aug. 21, from 7:30 p.m., north of fire station no. 1.

All scouts who are interested in going on a hike are asked to be present. Sam Takagishi will lead the group in singning around the campfire.

Inner sanctums of 16 Tuleans of various age groups were vigorously invaded with THE DISPATCH man-on-the-street's query on:

"SHOULD MARRIAGES BE ENCOURAGED IN THE COLONY?"

Following are choice bits gleaned from answers and comments by these individuals:

TERRY WATANABE... "Marriages will take a normal course regardless of circumstances."

AT A BRIDGE GAME... Three emphatic feminine "Nos!" Reason: Conditions here aren't normal, therefore a marriage taken place under such a state -- will not be conventional."

JOHN ITO... "Should be encouraged because of prevalent moral conditions."

SADAME KAGETA... "No! The future should be of first consideration."

MRS. MARY TEFFT... "Conditions here shouldn't interfere with a normal course of marriage."

BILL KAWADA... "Adversities and uncertainties faced here, should not encourage marriages."

FLO ABE... "Aspects of the future should guide marriages."

GEORGE MAKIMOTO, MINORU INOUYE, and TORU HAMAGUCHI... (after pondering for a full 20 minutes) "Depends on person!"

RAY NAKAMOTO... "Artificialities are discouraged in camp. Literally speaking -- a great opportunity!"

A.R.N... "Should be encouraged to raise the morale."

HISAYE NISHIJIMA... "Marriage is a customary event. The surrounding state-of-affairs should not be of any influence."

"M.H.", Beauty salon... "The future holds more than the present. Marriages should be considered accordingly."

The program for issei, originally scheduled for tonight, has been postponed until August 29.

...for small pox and typhoid will be given tonight 7 to 8:30 p.m. at #4608. Those inoculated last Friday are also asked to report.

ACCORDING
...to word received by the construction crew, rattlesnakes are found across the railroad tracks. An average of 6 are seen daily. The snakes are killed with clubs and skinned and dried.

FIFTEEN
...per cent of the colony is free from fire hazards Fire Chief Rhodes reported. Lack of equipment, have slowed up the voluntary clean up drive.

The voluntary firemen and block managers are to be complimented in their work thus far, Rhodes said.

LOST AND FOUND
...articles are accumulating in #1808, it was announced by the warden's office. Colonists are urged to call for them.

Among the items are wristwatches, pens, keys, sweaters, gloves, etc. A wedding ring from Marysville and an handbag with a letter addressed to Mr. Mizaguchi are among the specific articles.

RETRACTION
...THE DISPATCH retracts in entirety the news item appearing in this column Aug. 19, 1942, regarding the filing of marriage application by Harry Kawaguchi and Jeanette Shimizu.

JUDGE NOSEBAR
...will hold offices tomorrow, Saturday, from 7 p.m. at #1608 to notarize absentee ballots.

Ballots will be notarized without charge.

Playing before a huge crowd, the undefeated Yogores retained their status and practically cinched the National softball title by nosing out the Pee Wees in the last half of the final inning.

Going into the last inning one run behind, with two outs and two men on base, the Pee Wee strategists walked a dangerous batter on four pitched balls only to have the next batter rap out a sharp single to left field to score the tying and winning runs.

Yogore's next and final opponent will be the Hospital contingent. The game will be played this Saturday night at field 5.

Oak Park, who gave the strong Riversides unexpected opposition in holding them to a tie, will attempt to dislodge the first place Royal Flushes tonight at the main diamond. Tied once to date by the Riverside squad, the Flushes have been having an easy time with the National loop entries.

With the effective chucking of Beans Yamamoto on the Flushes' side, Oak Park's chances will depend heavily on the defensive angle of the contest.

The game is scheduled for 6:15 p.m.

Second round in the Class A division saw the strong Tacoma Truckers stay on top with a 5-3 victory over the Santa Clara Broncos.

In other encounters, Kent outscored the White River athletes 8-7 and Santa Clara suffered a second defeat at the hands of Butte, 3-2.

Although holding the heavily favored Hillmans to a 4 all tie going into the last stanza, the hustling All-Stars were nosed out 5-4.

Larry Hoshiko of the All-Stars and M. Hada of the Hillmans had perfect days at the plate with 2 hits in as many tries.

Two new softball loops for girls will start shortly. Divisions will be Jr. and Sr. Sign up at 1808 with Mrs. K. Matsuoka.

In their Tule Lake debut Hood River defeated the Tacoma Busseis 9-7.

Busseis outhit the winners 9 bingles to 5, but lost the game on 8 bases on balls issued to Hood River.

Lincoln 2(W); 0(L); 1.000(Pct.)
Tacoma 2; 0; 1.000
Kent 1; 0; 1.000
Auburn 1; 1; .500
Butte 1; 1; .500
White R. 0; 1; .500
Block 33 1; 2; .000
San. Cl. 0; 2; .000

Tatsuro Yada, former baseball commissioner, was appointed overall director of athletics last week.