Issei Group: Helper, Utah

File — Box: 1, Folder: 7

Staff Only

Scope and Contents

Mr. Harry Eda (b. 1882), Mr. Roy R. Takada (b. 1900), Mr. Frank Tamagawa (b. 1907), Mr. Charles S. Kawakami (b. 1903), Mr. Shozo Niwa (b. 1896) and Mr. Yosh Amano (b. 1917) recall their immigrations from Japan, which took place between 1900 and 1920. The men discuss life in labor camps and various occupations, including farming, mining, lumber and railroad work. Other topics included interracial relationships, picture marriages, and the differences between first, second, and third generation Japanese-Americans.

Dates

1964-1969

Language of Materials

From the Collection: Collection materials are in English.

Conditions Governing Access

Twenty-four hour advanced notice encouraged. Materials must be used on-site. Access to parts of this collection may be restricted under provisions of state or federal law.