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Naniwabushi artists and others at a dinner party (ddr-njpa-4-2469)
img Naniwabushi artists and others at a dinner party (ddr-njpa-4-2469)
Caption on reverse: "YONEWAKA GROUP AT KANRAKU PARTY: Yonewaka Susuki, renowned Japanese naniwabushi artist, and his troupe were honored at a dinner at Kanraku tea house Saturday night. Left to right: Masayoshi Toguchi, a personal friend of the naniwabushi artist who invited the group here; Yonewaka Susuki, his wife (professionally Nobuko Fujita), Yoneyakko Susuki, Kikuwaka Susuki, …
Hideichi Fukunaga receiving an award (ddr-njpa-5-854)
img Hideichi Fukunaga receiving an award (ddr-njpa-5-854)
Caption on reverse: "Fukunaga Honored: Peter H. Fukunaga, well-known Honolulu businessman, was honored as Hawaii's 1957 "Father of the Year" by the Retail Board of the Chamber of Commerce of Honolulu yesterday noon at the Tree Fern Room of the Hawaiian Village Hotel. He is shown being presented with a calabash by Territorial Secretary Farrant L. …
Masao Koga, Ichimaru and others posing with Ingram Stainback (ddr-njpa-4-525)
img Masao Koga, Ichimaru and others posing with Ingram Stainback (ddr-njpa-4-525)
Caption on reverse: "JAPAN MUSICAL STARS MEET GOVERNOR: Pictured here is the group of Japanese musicians, led by famed composer and guitarist Masao Koga, who were received by Governor Ingram M. Stainback in Iolani Palace yesterday afternoon. The governor has just been presented with a doll. Left to right: Itsuo Tokunaga, one of the promoters of …
University of Hawaii agricultural extension leaders (ddr-njpa-2-964)
img University of Hawaii agricultural extension leaders (ddr-njpa-2-964)
Caption on reverse: "U.H. EXTENSION ANNIVERSARY LEADERS: Committee heads of the silver anniversary luau for the University of Hawaii agricultural extension service Mar. 19 are pictured, left to right: Seated, Mrs. Alice P. Trimble, liaison; Dr. Shunzo Sakamaki, university faculty; Mrs. Anita Moepono, entertainment and Philip Kurashige, tickets; standing, Charles Hapai, food; Theodore (Pump) Searle, university …
Wade Warren Thayer speaking at Boy Scout event (ddr-njpa-2-956)
img Wade Warren Thayer speaking at Boy Scout event (ddr-njpa-2-956)
Caption on reverse: "KAMAAINA SCOUTER, NEW EAGLES SHARE HONORS: Wade Warren Thayer, a veteran of 40 years in the Boy Scout movement in Hawaii, is shown addressing the second annual Eagle Scout recognition dinner of the Honolulu Council, Boy Scouts of America, at the Royal Hawaiian Hotel ballroom last night, when he and 31 Oahu Eagle …
Ingram Stainback and others at a luncheon (ddr-njpa-2-1196)
img Ingram Stainback and others at a luncheon (ddr-njpa-2-1196)
Caption on reverse: "NATIONAL EMPLOY PHYSICALLY HANDICAPPED WEEK OPENS: The National Employ the Physically Handicapped Week officially opened yesterday with a luncheon at the Armed Forces YMCA, where 100 people interested in the rehabilitation of veterans and non-veterans heard qualified speakers stress the theme 'hire the handicapped. It's good business.' Above, left to right, were the …
Governor Samuel Wilder King and others listening to a speech (ddr-njpa-2-255)
img Governor Samuel Wilder King and others listening to a speech (ddr-njpa-2-255)
Caption on reverse: "FIRST ANNIVERSARY OF WALTER-MCCARRAN ACT NOTED: The first anniversary of the Walter-McCarran Act, which eliminated all racial barriers to naturalization in the United States for the first time, was celebrated at a dinner sponsored by the Naturalization Encouragement Association of Honolulu last night at the Waikiki Lau Yee Chai. Frank J. Drees, director …
George Akau and other Lions Club members (ddr-njpa-2-10)
img George Akau and other Lions Club members (ddr-njpa-2-10)
Caption on reverse: "LIONS CONVENTION COMMITTEE: Pictured above are members of the committee in charge of the 13th annual district convention of Lions International which will be held Friday and Saturday at the Armed Services YMCA. They are, left to right: Front row--George H. Akau, F. Roy Johnston and E. M. de Harne; back row--David Bent, …
Eddie Peabody playing guitar at a carnival (ddr-njpa-1-1153)
img Eddie Peabody playing guitar at a carnival (ddr-njpa-1-1153)
Caption on reverse: "Carnival stars relax at mochizuki: Eddie Peabody, the 'Banjo King,' plays guitar for a change while carnival and movie stars look on with keen interest. Photo was taken at a press and radio party for the stars at the Mochizuki tea garden last evening. Left to right: Shirley Yoshiko Yamaguchi (Rikoran), Jacqueline Fontaine, …
Nobusuke Kishi's family being welcomed by Japanese Chamber of Commerce members (ddr-njpa-4-424)
img Nobusuke Kishi's family being welcomed by Japanese Chamber of Commerce members (ddr-njpa-4-424)
Caption on reverse: "MEMBERS OF KISHI FAMILY HONORED: Members of Ex-Premier of Japan Nobusuke Kishi's family were honored last night at a dinner at the Japanese Chamber of Commerce building. Kishi's eldest son, Nobukazu, extreme left, the ex-premier's wife Yoshiko, and the eldest daughter, Mrs. Yoko Abe, are shown chatting with Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Honda. …
Immigration and Naturalization Service administrators posing with Wilfred Tsukiyama, Neal Blaisdell and Oren E. Long. (ddr-njpa-2-423)
img Immigration and Naturalization Service administrators posing with Wilfred Tsukiyama, Neal Blaisdell and Oren E. Long. (ddr-njpa-2-423)
Caption on reverse: "HONORED GUESTS AT DINNER MEETING: Pictured above are some of the honored guests at last night's 4th Annual New Year dinner meeting of the Citizen's Study Club of Oahu at the Nuuanu YMCA's Atherton auditorium, left to right, William A. Hogan, Hawaii director of the U.S. Immigration and Naturalization Service and Hawaii's Federal …
Territorial Home Demonstration Council steering committee members (ddr-njpa-2-1130)
img Territorial Home Demonstration Council steering committee members (ddr-njpa-2-1130)
Caption on reverse: "STEERING COMMITTEE OF HOME COUNCIL CONFERENCE: Above are members of the steering committee of the Territorial Home Demonstration Council, in charge of plans for the second annual conference starting tomorrow and continuing on Sunday and Monday at the University of Hawaii. They are, left to right: Front row, Mrs. Fitz Donnell, registration chairman; …
Tyrone Power and Linda Christian posing in a Hawaiian garden (ddr-njpa-1-1124)
img Tyrone Power and Linda Christian posing in a Hawaiian garden (ddr-njpa-1-1124)
Caption on reverse: "Powers relax in Hawaiian atmosphere: Film Star Tyrone Power and his wife, Linda Christian, are shown enjoying their visit here under a lauhala tree in a rented home at the foot of the ewa side of Diamond Head. Note the artistic effects of lauhala leaves at top of picture. The Powers are leaving …
Sueko Asuka (ddr-njpa-5-17)
img Sueko Asuka (ddr-njpa-5-17)
Caption on reverse: "MISS ASKUA DANCES: Miss Sueko Asuka, noted dance teacher who took advanced lessons from Film Star-Dancer Kazuo Hasegawa for six months in Japan last year, gave a dance recital at International Theater last night. The show was an invitational affair and packed to capacity. Miss Asuka's pupils did numerous dances and she herself …
Wives and children of Japanese Consulate officials (ddr-njpa-4-488)
img Wives and children of Japanese Consulate officials (ddr-njpa-4-488)
Caption on reverse: "FAMILIES OF LOCAL JAPANESE OVERSEAS AGENCY ARRIVE: Families of three members of the local Japanese Government Overseas Agency staff arrived in Honolulu this morning aboard the APL liner President Wilson from Yokohama. They are, left to right: Mrs. Kazuko Hitomi, wife of Hiroshi Hitomi, assistant representative, with her seven-months' old daughter, Kaoru; Mrs. …
John and Aiko Reinecke sitting in a court room (ddr-njpa-2-1082)
img John and Aiko Reinecke sitting in a court room (ddr-njpa-2-1082)
Caption on reverse: "AS DPI HEARING IN REINECKE CASE OPENED TODAY: Dismissal proceedings against Dr. John E. Reinecke and his wife, Aiko, suspended Honolulu public school teachers, began this morning at 10 in the tax appeal court room of the territorial tax office building. Above, left to right, are Dr. Reinecke, Mrs. Reinecke, Earl L. McTaggart …
Urban E. Wild, Walter F. Dillingham and others seated at a luau (ddr-njpa-2-1064)
img Urban E. Wild, Walter F. Dillingham and others seated at a luau (ddr-njpa-2-1064)
Caption on reverse: "500 ATTEND HONOLULU CHAMBER'S CENTENNIAL LUAU: Five hundred persons, including a large number of tourists, attended the Honolulu Chamber of Commerce's centennial luau held last night in the Hawaiian Village at Ala Moana park. Above, left to right, are: Queen Kekaulike (Mrs. Ellen Freitas); Urban E. Wild, Chamber president, who is demonstrating the …
Theodore Richards, Walter F. Frear and others celebrating Richards' 80th birthday (ddr-njpa-2-1105)
img Theodore Richards, Walter F. Frear and others celebrating Richards' 80th birthday (ddr-njpa-2-1105)
Caption on reverse: "KAMAAINAS HONOR DR. RICHARDS AT BIRTHDAY TEA: Dr. Theodore Richards, who is observing his 80th birthday today, was honored at an international tea yesterday afternoon at the Waioli Tea Room. Above are some of Dr. Richards' old friends, all 80 years old or above, who attended the celebration. Left to right, they are: …
Katsugo Miho Interview VI (ddr-densho-1022-6)
vh Katsugo Miho Interview VI (ddr-densho-1022-6)
Nisei male. Born May 15, 1922, in Kahului, Maui, Hawaii. Grew up in Kahului, where parents ran a hotel. Was attending the University of Hawaii as a member of the Reserve Officers' Training Corps (ROTC) when Japan bombed Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941. As a member of the ROTC, was inducted into the newly formed …
Katsugo Miho Interview V (ddr-densho-1022-5)
vh Katsugo Miho Interview V (ddr-densho-1022-5)
Nisei male. Born May 15, 1922, in Kahului, Maui, Hawaii. Grew up in Kahului, where parents ran a hotel. Was attending the University of Hawaii as a member of the Reserve Officers' Training Corps (ROTC) when Japan bombed Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941. As a member of the ROTC, was inducted into the newly formed …
Katsugo Miho Interview III (ddr-densho-1022-3)
vh Katsugo Miho Interview III (ddr-densho-1022-3)
Nisei male. Born May 15, 1922, in Kahului, Maui, Hawaii. Grew up in Kahului, where parents ran a hotel. Was attending the University of Hawaii as a member of the Reserve Officers' Training Corps (ROTC) when Japan bombed Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941. As a member of the ROTC, was inducted into the newly formed …
Katsugo Miho Interview IV (ddr-densho-1022-4)
vh Katsugo Miho Interview IV (ddr-densho-1022-4)
Nisei male. Born May 15, 1922, in Kahului, Maui, Hawaii. Grew up in Kahului, where parents ran a hotel. Was attending the University of Hawaii as a member of the Reserve Officers' Training Corps (ROTC) when Japan bombed Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941. As a member of the ROTC, was inducted into the newly formed …
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