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Project Director's bulletin, no. 50 (April 2, 1943) (ddr-csujad-48-100)
A bulletin from Ralph Merritt discussing the procedures for an evacuee to transfer baggage or personal property out of the camp when the evacuee is granted leave. Transcription is found in item: ecm_wells_9909. See this object in the California State Universities Japanese American Digitization project site: ecm_wells_0909
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Lists of names of staff members at Manzanar incarceration camp written by Harry Bentley Wells (ddr-csujad-48-142)
Two lists of names of staff members at Manzanar Incarceration Camp written by Harry Bentley Wells. Transcription is found in item: ecm_wells_9952. See this object in the California State Universities Japanese American Digitization project site: ecm_wells_0952
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Economy class record book (ddr-csujad-48-43)
Metal comb bound book titled, "Economy Class Record Book," which Harry Bentley Wells used as a grade book while at Manzanar High School. The inside cover includes a key to the marks, the first several pages track attendance, followed by student names and grades for the courses he taught, the back cover has a list of …
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Memorandum from Leon C. High, Principal, Manzanar High School, to Harry Bentley Wells, August 20, 1942 (ddr-csujad-48-68)
Letter from Roy Nash and Leon C. High to Mr. Wells indicating his papers have been forwarded for final approval and the recommendation that he travel as lightly as possible due to the housing problem. Mr. Wells could always have further things sent to him at a later date. Transcription is found in item: ecm_wells_9068. See …
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Telegram from Vaughn B Ferguson to Harry B. Wells, August 25, 1942 (ddr-csujad-48-50)
The telegram indicates Harry B. Wells need to submit a medical examination form 2413 immediately to finalize his position with the Civil Service Commission at Manzanar. Sent by: Vaugh B. Ferguson. Transcription is found in item: ecm_wells_9050. See this object in the California State Universities Japanese American Digitization project site: ecm_wells_0050
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Memorandum from Elmer Rowalt, Acting Director, War Relocation Authority, to all employees of the War Relocation Authority, January 16, 1943 (ddr-csujad-48-83)
Memorandum to all employees of the War Relocation Authority highlighting the War Bond savings program and the push to have 90% of employees pledge 10% of their salary and reminding employees that their salaries have been increased by the overtime bill passed by Congress. (6-4069-BU-COS-WP). Transcription is found in item: ecm_wells_9083. See this object in the …
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Letter from Harry Bentley Wells, teacher, Manzanar High School, to Dillon S. Myer, Director, War Relocation Authority, Marcy 23, 1943 (ddr-csujad-48-76)
Letter to the War Relocation Authority from Harry Bentley Wells conveying the good character of Masaye Nakahira with regards to her request to leave Manzanar. Wells discusses her participation and preparation for the class she was attended as well as her thorough "Americanization." Transcription is found in item: ecm_wells_9076. See this object in the California State …
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World Geog. and History, Period I, 7-5-2 (ddr-csujad-48-114)
Class roster and grades for Period 1, World Geography and History, taught by Harry Bentley Wells at Manzanar High School. Thirty-five students are listed. Transcription is found in item: ecm_wells_9923. See this object in the California State Universities Japanese American Digitization project site: ecm_wells_0923
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Essay (ddr-csujad-48-24)
Assignment by Ruth Ryoko Saitow (portion of name is missing due to torn upper right corner, full name determined via class roster) for period V Social Problems class taught by Mr. Harry Bentley Wells, a teacher at Manzanar High School. The author comments on the need for workers during the war, but all of the Japanese …
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Memorandum from Leon C. High, Principal, Manzanar High School, to Harry Bentley Wells, August 5, 1942 (ddr-csujad-48-66)
Letter from Roy Nash and Leon C. High to Harry B. Wells indicating a number of forms need to be filled out to finalize Mr. Wells' appointment as a teacher at Manzanar. Transcription is found in item: ecm_wells_9066. See this object in the California State Universities Japanese American Digitization project site: ecm_wells_0066
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Mrs. Wells' 1st P. (ddr-csujad-48-115)
Class roster for Period 1, World Geography and History, taught by Harry Bentley Wells at Manzanar High School. Thirty-five students are listed. Transcription is found in item: ecm_wells_9924. See this object in the California State Universities Japanese American Digitization project site: ecm_wells_0924
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Social plan for minority groups (an excerpt from letter of O.D. Richardson) (ddr-csujad-48-46)
An excerpt from a letter by O.D. Richardson, "A Social Plan for Minority Groups." Richardson provides a list of fourteen activities to avoid in order for social minorities to integrate culturally with Americans. Transcription is found in item: ecm_wells_9046. See this object in the California State Universities Japanese American Digitization project site: ecm_wells_0046
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Log of books checked out by students in period I 10-L, taught by Harry Bentley Wells (ddr-csujad-48-111)
Log of books checked out by four students in Period 1, 10-L History taught by Harry Bentley Wells at Manzanar High School. The last book is listed as Classic Myths in English Literature. Transcription is found in item: ecm_wells_9920. See this object in the California State Universities Japanese American Digitization project site: ecm_wells_0920
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Letter from Harry B. Wells, teacher, to Leon C. High, principal (ddr-csujad-48-51)
Letter from Harry Bentley Wells asking Leon C. High, principal of Manzanar High School, to adjust the detention punishment of a student, Masao Sago, as it is preventing him from attending his farm management class. Transcription is found in item: ecm_wells_9051. See this object in the California State Universities Japanese American Digitization project site: ecm_wells_0051
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Log of books checked out by students in period I and IV, Ancient Man, taught by Harry Bentley Wells at Manzanar High School (ddr-csujad-48-113)
Log of books checked out by nine students in Period 1 and sixteen students in Period 4, taught by Harry Bentley Wells at Manzanar High School. The heading is Ancient Man. Many of the names have been crossed out. Transcription is found in item: ecm_wells_9922. See this object in the California State Universities Japanese American Digitization …
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Brief outline of Japanese history (ddr-csujad-48-71)
A brief chronology of Japanese history starting from the "Mythological Period" to pre-World War II era. Section headings include: Mythological Period, Prehistoric Period, Imperialistic Period, Heian Epoch or Fujiwara Bureaucracy, Geunfei Era, Hojo Tyranny, Ashikaga Anarchy, Civil Strife, Takugawa Shogunate, and Meiji Era. See this object in the California State Universities Japanese American Digitization project site: …
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Memorandum from Elizabeth M. Moxley, supervisor of health and phys. ed., to all teachers, November 19, 1942 (ddr-csujad-48-99)
Memorandum from Elizabeth M. Moxley to all teachers encouraging the use of the attached injury/accident forms and to report all cases that may be of importance. Attached to the memo are several blank accident forms for the teachers. Transcription is found in item: ecm_wells_9908. See this object in the California State Universities Japanese American Digitization project …
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Memorandum from Genevevie W. Carter, Superintendent of Education to all teachers (ddr-csujad-48-92)
Memorandum from Genevevie W. Carter, Superintendent of Education to all teachers regarding having outside speakers at "Manzanar War Relocation Project" in the classroom. It outlines new procedures the assist in the process. Transcription is found in item: ecm_wells_9901. See this object in the California State Universities Japanese American Digitization project site: ecm_wells_0901
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Letter from H. Bentley Wells to Dr. Genevieve W. Carter, Superintendent of Education, January 14, 1943 (ddr-csujad-48-90)
Letter from Harry Bentley Wells to Genevieve W. Carter requesting he be considered for promotion to the vacant position of Acting Assistant Principal of the Manzanar Secondary School, sent on January 14, 1943. Transcription is found in item: ecm_wells_9090. See this object in the California State Universities Japanese American Digitization project site: ecm_wells_0090
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Letter from Harry Bentley Wells to Leon C. High, Principal, Secondary School, June 17, 1943 (ddr-csujad-48-65)
Letter of resignation from H. Bentley Wells to Leon C. High effective on July 17, 1943. Wells indicates he has two reasons for leaving: establishing a normal home situation now that he and his wife are expecting, and an offer in public school administration was made to him. Transcription is found in item: ecm_wells_9065. See this …
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Syllabi for classes taught by Harry Bentley Wells at Manzanar High School (ddr-csujad-48-93)
Syllabi for 7th Grade Social Living, Social Living: Grade Eight, Ninth grade social living, World History and Geography: Grade Ten, American Life and Institutions: Grade Eleven, 12th Grade Social Social Problems. Taught by Harry Bentley Wells at Manzanar High school. Transcription is found in item: ecm_wells_9902. See this object in the California State Universities Japanese American …
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Letter from Shirley E. Wells to Gertrude L. Wetzel, Project Nursing Director, March 21, 1943 (ddr-csujad-48-78)
Letter of resignation for Shirley E. Wells to Gertrude L. Wetzel, the Project Nursing Director at Manzanar Hospital, effective April 21, 1943. Shirley indicates she enjoyed the work, but has been advised by her physician to resign. Transcription is found in item: ecm_wells_9078. See this object in the California State Universities Japanese American Digitization project site: …
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Letter from Harry Bentley Wells to Leon C. High, Principal, Secondary School, August 9, 1942 (ddr-csujad-48-67)
Letter from H. Bentley Wells to Leon C. High regarding the transmittal of several forms, a change of address, and inquiring about what personal items to bring to Manzanar due to the unusualness of the situation. He also volunteers to bring any necessary materials from the University of California. Transcription is found in item: ecm_wells_9067. See …
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Project Director's bulletin, no. 39 (January 15, 1943) (ddr-csujad-48-108)
A bulletin from Ralph Merrit, Project Director, regarding hours of work for all federal employees, including civil service employees at Manzanar Incarceration Camp. Procedures for submitting time sheets are addressed as well as the means to request leave. Transcription is found in item: ecm_wells_9917. See this object in the California State Universities Japanese American Digitization project …
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Telegram from Vaughn B Ferguson to Harry B Wells, August 27 1942 (ddr-csujad-48-91)
The telegram indicates Harry B. Wells has been approved for an indefinite appointment as a teacher at the "Manzanar War Relocation Project," but the first medical must be submitted prior. Sent by: Vaughn B Ferguson. Transcription is found in item: ecm_wells_9150. See this object in the California State Universities Japanese American Digitization project site: ecm_wells_0150