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1942 5 14 Letter from Iyo to Kay
A letter written by Iyo from Tanforan to Kay in Washington D.C. describing conditions at Tanforan.
Tuesday, 5:50pm : The family moved into a double stable, which is better because Chiz is working at the hospital close by, it’s sunny, less winder…
Tuesday, 5:50pm : The family moved into a double stable, which is better because Chiz is working at the hospital close by, it’s sunny, less winder…
1942 5 21 Letter from Iyo to Kay
Letter from Iyo in Tanforan to Kay in Washington D.C. She sees only certain people often depending on the “neighborhood you’re in and work you do.” There is Thursday talent show and Tuesday music appreciation. Tom is now recreation leader and…
1942 5 27 Letter from Chiz to Kay
Chiz writes about her new life, after a month of living in Tanforan. Needs such as garbage collection and brooms are not being met because the inmates cannot talk to the administration in a meaningful way. She writes, “We are constantly aware of…
1942 6 5 Letter from Chiz to Kay and Tomi
Chiz writes a letter on behalf of the entire family incarcerated at Tanforan to Tomi and Kay who have now returned to San Francisco and should be returning to Tanforan. Kay is trying to get a job with the War Relocation Authority in Washington D.C.…
1942 8 18, Letter from Kay to Mr. and Mrs. Morris. Kay discusses a Bulletin No. 30 Application for release, disillusionment with government
Kay shares the rumors about Tule Lake becoming completely run by the military, and current evacuees being moved out. She also thinks that the Bulletin, Application for Leave is a front/ deception to make it appear as though the evacuees are not help…
