100TM INFANTRY BATTALION VETERANS CLUB

DECEMBER

PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE: George Hagiwara

Now.that Thanksgiving Day has past and we've all had our fill of turkey, cranberry, . and pumpkin. pie ,and Sl,S we bravely face the turkey leftovers

. (;;::urkey sandwiches, ,turkey soup, 'turkey stew, turkey muffins, etc.), the ,thotight$ an-d. excl tement of the Christmas season are upon us. During this time, we 'should be especially thankful for our blessings, health, good fortune, family and friends. We should 'also be thankful that we have· a clubhouse where we can go to relax, laugh, dine, dance, sing, play cards, or just enjoy the fellowship. .

Christmastime is also an appropriate time to remind us of ·God's will of "peace on earth and good will towards men". So, while we exchange greetings and best

.wishes, let us pause and entertain visions of a better future for everyone and solemnly dedicate ourselves to pray for peace. In your prayers, please rememper our American soldiers who are trying to maintain peace in a volatile part of the world. I'm sure each one of us can remember being awl. from home and our loved ones during the holidays while serving our countr

.If you would like to send a soldier a Christmas card, you can mail it t _4 Hawaii Marines, HQ Battalion, 1st Marine Division, FPO, San Francisco California ~6808-5529.

As we conclude this most joyous' holiday season of the year, we should take a moment to reflect upon the good, and not so good, things that have tran~pired. Indeed,. as' I look back on this' past year, I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude to those who elected and supported me as club president. I have worked hard to earn your trust and confidence and I hope

. that I have not disappointed you. I have enjoyed the opportunity to meet many of you members and have certainly appreciated your wor:ds of encouragement.

And while I have enjoyed serving as your president, I have been somewhat disappointed to learn that the feedback reported by the chapter presidents at the board meetings is usually based on the opinions of only a handful of members, sometimes less than 10% of the chapter. There are some very

. important issues that the board refers to the chapters for feedback. Many decisions made by the board are based on this feedback. Therefore~ I appeal to. you members to attend your monthly chapter meetings and get actively involved in determining our club's future. Do not let the minority sell you short 'or make the decision for you. Your presence at your chapter meetings is the only barometer to measure member involvement and helps our efforts to spur the Board of Directors to 'work harder for the best interest of all club members. If nothing else, it will be an rnspiration leading to better programs •

. My wife, Hazel, JOJ.ns me in wishing you and your family our best wishes for avery Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

JANUARY 1991 ~UKA PUKA PARADE DEADLINE: The deadline for submitting articles for the January 1991 issue of the Parade is Saturday, December 15, 1990.

JANUARY MONTHLY BULLETIN: The deadline for submitting announcements for the January 1991 Monthly Bulletin is Monday, December 17, 1990.

JANUARY PARADE COLLATING DATE: The January Parade will be collated on Thursdax, December 27 at 8:30 a.m. in Turner Hall. Team 3: Baker & Rural Chapters are responsible for providing the manpower~ However, volunteers from all chapter's are welcome to come but and help.

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FROM. THE EDITOR'S PUD: Ray and Aki Nosaka

.Although Thanksgivings Day has past, as I sit here pondering what to write, I'd like to express a couple of personal feelings. I am very thankful that I continue to survive the heart attack which struck me a year ago. I now be~ieve. that it was nature's way of warning me to slow down, which I have done considerably. We are' all at the stage of life where our minds might still be active, but our hear.ts and bodies say, "Take it easy".

At the General Membership Meeting held on November 10, 1990, I was overwhelmed at the attendance. To me, it meant that the hearts of the members are still one of concern, whether it be pro or con. We are still brother in peace and no situation will make it easy to erase that wartime brotherly love and concern that we had (and still have) for each other.

I would like to share an excerpt from the November D. A. V. Magaz ine: "It is November, the month of Thanksgiving. Let us truly learn in these days to be more thankful for the many blessings that God has bestowed on us, and spend less time complaining about what we do not have. Let us be more charitable toward each other, a bit more forgiving, and a lot less critical."

With this thought in our minds and hearts, let us look all look forward to a very Merry and Blessed Christmas and a Happy, Healthy New Yearl

PLEASE NOTE: The dates of our MINI-REUNION have been changed from June 2-7, 1991 to June 16 - 21, 1991. This is in hopes of benefitting those of you who have to baby-sit during the school year. Pacific Gateway has assured us that the NE\'l PALACE STATION in Las Vegas will be an exciting place to hold our next reunion. Further information will be printed as it becomes available.

THANKS to the following faithful members who showed up on October 25, 1990 to help with the Puka Puka Parade: Bernard Akamine, Akira Akimoto, Otomatsu Aoki, Richard Arakaki, Kunio Fujimoto, Ralph & Ethel Fukunaga, Chester Hada, Mary Hamasaki, Tokuichi Hayashi, Isamu Inouye, Shigeru Inouye, Hideo Kajikawa, Etsuo Katano, Sadashi & Jane Matsunami, Yoshikiyo Mugitani, Nicholas Nakabayashi, Sonsei Nakamura, Bessie Nakasone, Ray & Aki Nosaka, Itsuto Okamoto, Yoshiichi Okazawa, Seie & Evelyn Oshiro, E.lsie Oshita, Etsuro Sekiya, Mike & Beatrice Takahashi, and Marie Yoneshige.

We would like to remind you to take the flu shot is you haven't done so already. It might just save you from a lot of suffering and pain.

HEADQUARTERS CHAPTER NEWS: Kenichi Suehiro

Parking at the clubhouse has been a problem whenever we hold a Family Ni te or Christmas Party. It has been a problem with the Ala wai School. So, they have finally decided to place all parking spaces under lock and key. Now we must make arrangements with them to use their space - we hire a guard to see only our members enter - so bring your 10 or let your chapter representative know your are corning. The guard will only be at the parking space entrance. Hiring a security guard costs money. Not $5 or $10 an houri!

Six members were present at our November meeting. Four last month. Because of a lack of parking space, a suggestion was made that we hold our meeting at a restaurant. (Too old to go to a bar and the DUI and old age problem.) Perhaps we may have more attending our meetings, with HO paying the tab.

Fred Takahashi and his Ms spent a pleasant visit to Japan - repeat visit. Fred sez they sure had a grand time. He claims Beefa and Opu are the best tour conductors - bar none! Fred sez Arthur Komiyama and Ms were also members of the tour. Surprisingly, he met Wally Teruya and wife in, of all places, Tokyo. The Teruyas were there to golf'

Tom Nosse's daughter, Joan, is expecting. They have a boy and this time it's twins. A boy and girl. I guess Maragaret must seriously consider going to the island of Hawaii to help Joan. It's bad enough taking care of one young one - more so with two infants added. Tom's son-in-law (Joan's spouse) was transferred to the Hawaii Volcano Observatory and Joan, in her condition, works as a legal expert for the state.

Our club has been invited to pay for a stained glass window at the abbey of Monte Cassino. Only five windows offered to commemorate the WWII participants

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- and we are one of the five. I think it's a good idea, though costly. $6,300.00, at least.. Members will be asked to voluntarily donate towards this project. We also should be receiving requests for donations for the Los Angeles Memorial - 100/442/MIS Memorial. Young O. Kim is chairperson.

I believe our 49th Anniversary Party in June 1991 will be at the Pagoda. More details later. If any son or daughter of a member is interested in helping with this event, please call the clubhouse.

An invitation was received to have our 50th Anniversary Reunion held at Camp McCoy, Sparta, Wisconsin. I'm certainly planning to attend if this becomes a reality. A few days in Sparta and on the way back a few days in Las Vegas. I travel a lot but haven't been to Wisconsin since 19421

ABLE CHAPTER NEWS: Torn Fuj ise

President Bob Sato called the meeting to order at 8: 00 a.m. on November 10, 1990 ... Secretary's Report to be delayed to December meeting .•. Treasurer's Report: balance of $2,224.07 with income of $142.60 for August and September for a new balance for October of $2,366.67 ... For the 49th Reunion Banquet to be held on June 16, 1991 at the Pagoda Hotel, members will be in for a unique treat. This affair will be handled entirely by sons and daughters of club members .•. The sum of $6,300.00 will be donated for a stain glass window in the Monte Cassino abbey, Italy On the 29th of November, A and B Chapters collated the Puka Puka Parade. Isamu Inouye had urged more members from Able to show up to help put out the Parade. Regular Able members who fai thfully show up each month appreciated more members getting into the act an helped lighten the task of getting the Parade out ... Discussion was held on how to control the parking at Ala Wai School ground. It was approved that Able Chapter hire security guards to control the parking for the Christmas party ... Mrs. Gladys Kawakami donated $25.00 to Able Chapter, in memory of her late husband Eugene ... Also, a letter fr9m Mrs. Harumi Miyake and son, Mark, thanking us for the "mi mae" while Howard was at Kuakini Hospital and all the support from the many members of Able Chapter during their trying time. .

Board report: Our chapter is experiencing a diminishing number of volunteers and at the same time our memorial list is growing each year. A request was made that more of the "stay at horne" members participate in paying their respects to our fallen comrades in the corning years.

The on-going recruiting program to entice more members into our club was given a boost by the standing committee by waving all back dues.

December 15 is rapidly approaching the deadline - this means those members procrastinating should rush to sign up with the kala so the grandsons and granddaughters can attend this year's better-than-ever Christmas party. So, corne on you guys, show off your grandchildren with lots of pride. Along with it, don't forget to bring grab bags for the kids. A headcount before December 4th is needed to place the right amount of food to grace the table. So, please sign up now. Admission at the door is discouraged. Parking at Ala Wai School will be available, but please be there by 6: 30 p.m. because the gate will be closed around that time by the security guards.

EARLY ANNOUNCEMENT: Able Chapter Stag Ni te will be held at the Natsunoya Teahouse on February 16, 1991. Please call our co-chairmen: Isamu Inouye (373-1184), Walter Moriguchi (737-7008), or Kunio Fujimoto (455-7410). Early reservations are requested. The deadline will be February 10, 1991. For those wishing to exercise their singing voices, bring your own karaoke tape. Time: 6:00-6:30 p.m. - cocktails, 6:30 p.m. - dinner. Cost is $20.00 per person. Friends are welcome.

(EDITORS' NOTE: We and the Puka Puka Parade staff were saddened to learn of the passing of Richard Miyashiro of Able Chapter. Richard faithfully came out to the clubhouse each month to help collate the Parade. He will be sorely missed. We would like to offer our deepest condolences to widow, May, and SOl1S, Mark, Alan, Kurt, and Dean. - Ra.y & AfU. )

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BAKER CHAPTER NEWS: Yasuo Takata

Isa Nadamoto and his wife went on a lO-day Caribbean cruise on October 1 on the Crystal Harmony. They enjoyed the trip through the Caribbean Sea, with stops at some beautiful spots, to eat gourmet foods and participate in the wonderful recreational facilities. On October 1, they left San Jua.n, Puerto Rico. They enjoyed and wonderful first day. Alas, on the second day, a fire broke out in the engine room. The passengers were evacuated to the decks. Isa says it was a good thing that they had finished their dinner for no meals were served for the next 17-18 hours. The fire was extinguished and one engine started.

Meanwhile, the ship had radioed for.two rescue tugs from Panama when the one engine started. The ship reduced the order from two tugs to one tug which reached them on the following day and towed the ship to Crystobal, Panama. Isa said it was a good thing they were from Hawaii and knew how to swim in case they had to abandon ship. For the rest of the trip to Cristobal, they had to sleep on the decks. No air conditioning. Meals were served on deck, buffet style, usually lobster and crab. From Cristobal, Panama they were returned to their home port and received their money back.

Flu season is coming on. For those of you who can take a flu shot, try and get one. Last month Jimmy Inafuku caught the flu. He said it was miserable.

We have two members in the Convalescent Hospital: Masami "Butter" Murakami (Nuuanu Hale) and Noboru Kaneko (Hale Pulama Mau, Kuakini Hospital). If you have time, please visit and give them some Christmas cheer.

For our 49th Annivers ary , Baker Chapter is in charge. I thought that this time we should have our sons and daughters involved. For this reason, at our November Board of Directors meeting, I asked the board for their approval which they unanimously granted. I have approached a couple of club members' sons and they are willing and enthusiastic about planning the event. But we need names of sons and daughters who are willing to help. I have asked the chapters for help in obtaining the names of sons and daughters, but so far only Raymond Nosaka has responded. His son, Jonathan, and daughter, Annette Kabasawa, have agreed to serve on the committee. Maybe it's a little too early to expect responses; it's only been one week since I made my request. So, I am now asking all members for help.

Matt Matsunaga, son of the late Senator Spark Matsunaga, is quite interested in forming an organization, similar to the Maui Sons and Daughters, for Club 100. Please call me (988-2819) or our executive secretary, Paul (94609272), and leave your name address, and telephone number, if interested.

DOG CHAPTER NEWS: Helen Nikaido

October seems like an ideal month to travel. Sue Kondo, Florence and Ken Mitsunaga were visitors to the Orient. Richard Kondo went to Egypt on October 14th. He thought Japan was expensive, but realized that London was even more so. On the way back home, they stopped over in London. He paid thirteen bucks plus for a hamburger and coffee. Must have come from a golden cow.

Dog Chapter clubhouse. Tsukamaya.

Christmas Party will be held on Sunday, December The event will be co-chaired by "Mahut" Kondo

Cocktails start at 5:30 p.m., with dinner to follow.

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According to Robert Yoshioka, the Doggies Las Vegas Reunion is set for Saturday, October 5, 1991 at the 4 Queens. To the Dog Chapter members on the mainland, you are welcome to join us.

Here's wishing all of you a jolly Merry Christmas and a prosperous New Yearl

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RURAL CHAPTER CHATTER: Ted Hamasu

RUdy Yoshida and I visited Yasu Takenouchi at the Maunalani Nursing Home after the general membership meeting on November 10, 1990 .As we were passing ,the TV 'viewing' room of the nursing home, Rudy said, "There he is, he' is waving at us' with a big smile on his face." Yasu was in his wheelchair watching' a program with the other patients. We greeted him with the usual niceties and I asked him how he was feeling. He just shrugged his shoulders and said softly, "Same". I asked him whether he reads anything. His reply was, "NO". So, we explained about the meeting that was held earlier that morning. He seemed to be interested in what was happening at the club.

Yasu looked the same as he did with the rehab program but understands our conversations, his voice is not audible.

the last time I visited him. He i~ continuing recovery is slow and ,time consuming. He

but needs time to come out with the answer and

Wee stayed for about 20 minutes when Yasu asked us to leave. On the way out" Rudy stopped at the nurses' station and inquired whether Yasu was on a special diet. The answer was "no", so Rudy asked if we were permitted to 'bring something for him. The nurse replied, "Yes, some people bring sushi or something like that." We thanked the nurse for the information and left.'

It felt good for had wanted to see Yasu for quite a while, but had not mustered the energy to go see him. Maybe it's a sign of aging. Whatever it was, it turned out to be a nice day, with beautiful scenery from the top of' Maunalani Heights gazing down towards Waikiki and the Pacific Ocean.

If any of you young ones have the time and energy, give Yasu a visit. I know that he appreciates it very much and may even welcome you with a big smile as he did for us. SAYOONARA.

The Rural Chapter and its members extend their yuletide greetings to all chapters of the 100th Infantry Battalion for the coming Christmas season. Let us all pray that peace shall prevail throughout the world.

Mele Kalikimaka and a healthy holiday season to alII

FCOMPANY NEWS: Kenneth M. Higa

It appears that within the Big Island Fox Tribe, there are some Kickapoo Indians. For how else can one explain their quick action in getting things started for the Fox Company's 1991 Reunion? These Kickapoos, who are inbred prodders, must have lit the fir under Chief Sitting Bull Hayato Tanaka IS

"okole" (just kidding, Hayato) to call the tribal powwow for the planning of the annual gathering of the Foxes • And by golly I Before two full moon periods had passed by, they had their first powwow and the wheels of operation are· turning out produdtive results. The most urgent one being, "When is the reunion going to be held?" It will be during the weekend of September 20-22, 1991. This t'imely information is welcome news to those Foxes who are planning to go on tours in 1991. Now, they can start making their travel plans.

Shigeru Ito and Charles Nishimura are the co-chairmen for the get-together. Both of them are very capable and reliable. Therefore, we are most certain that the 1991 reunion will be a humdinger. Thirty-five rooms have already been reserved at the Naniloa Hotel. So, all of you Kauai, Maui, Oahu, and Mainland Foxes, make yourcommi tments now and just say, "Yes 1 See you in Hilo."

Yasuo Takenouchi, who suffered a stroke early last year, is still convalescing at the Maunalani Service Center. A visit with him is very brief, mainly because he cannot communicate due to a nearly complete loss of speech, but the few minutes with him is a very rewarding time for both patient and visi tor. Take a few minutes from your busy schedule and pay him a visit.

Oswald Kawahara, who recently moved to Florida, is walking with a cast around his right ankle due to an unfortunate accident. While helping his stepson to cover the swimming pool for the winter, he slipped, fell, and broke his right ankle. Oswald, we wish you speedy mending of the ankle.

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MAUl CHAPTER NEWS: Tom Nagata

A total of 22 Maui Chapter members attended the Tuesday, Nov.ember 6 dinner meeting at Hazell s Cafe. Following the 6 p.m. dinner, chapter president William Nakahara called the meeting to order. Copies of the request from Rural Oahu Chapter member Hakaru Taoka to the Club 100 Board of Directors to review the amended by-laws of four questionable amendments were passed out to .all the members. After some discussion, president Nakahara appointed a committee to study it further and report back at our next meeting.

For the coming year (1991), the following members volunteered to serve: Masao Sato (president), Ben Takayesu (vice president), Edward Nishihara (secretary), Tom Nagata (treasurer), Johhny Miyagawa (auditor), and Jack Gushiken (direct<;>r) •

The Mciui County Veterans Council sponsored a Veterans. Day Dinner on Sunday, November 11 at the Red Dragon Restaurant. Club 100 was in charge and chapter president William Nakahara did an outstanding job ,i·n planning this event. Also,'chapter member Butch Arisumi did a great job as Master of Ceremonies. Masao Sato led the diners in the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag. Maui County. Mayor Hannibal Tavares was the keynote speaker. The oldest veteran to attend this dinner was a 104 year old World War I veteran. Those killed in action were honored in past Veterans Day dinners. This year, a special candlelight ceremony was held in honor of those veterans that passed away after WWII. Starting next year, those veterans passing away during the past year will be honored during the candlelight ceremony.

We extend our get well wishes to Kaoru Moto and Tatsuo Terao. Bother were hospitalized recently.

There will be a Christmas-Installation Dinner Party on Thursday, December 20 at the Red Dragon Restaurant. Cocktails are at 5:30 p.m., dinner at 6:00 p.m. Members will be contacted by dinner chairman, Jack Gushiken, or by his assistants.

HAWAII CHAPTER NEWS: Jimmy Maeda

The annual end of the year for the members and wives of Hawaii Chapter will be held on Sunday, December 16 at the AJA Veterans Hall on Haihai Street from 10:00 a.m. Once again, Hawaii Chapter treasurer will be the Santa Claus for this year's happy gathering. Be sure that your 1990 dues are fully paid. Bingo games and door prizes will be held. Members of the committee will be announcing the details of the affair. The business at the gathering will be the report of the Nomination Committee and election of officers for year 1991.

Veterans Day Celebration: At the Big Island Veterans Association's luncheon on Sunday, November II, at the Sun Sun Lau Restaurant, the keynote speaker was Judge Shunichi Kimura of the Third Judica1 Circuit Court. Judge Kimura challenged veterans and their wives to help people who are functional illiterate so that they will become functional in our society. Men and women appear before the judges in Hawaii courts who are unable to read and write which causes them to get in trouble with the law. Judge Kimura believes that learning to read and write will reduce the number of crimes in our society. One of today's important problems is how to strengthen the family unit. The important statement of impact is to look at how it will affect the family. We need to develop an American family that will be functional.

Yuletide Greetings: The 1990 holiday season will soon be upon us. George Taketa, president, and the executive committee of Hawaii Chapter extend their Holiday Greetings to all. May your Christmas and New Year with members of your family, relatives, friends, and associates be a Merry and Happy one!

(EDITORS' NOTE: The following is the Memorial Service address given by David Fukuda of Kula, Maui at the Hawaii Chapter, Club 100 service. David is the son of the late Major Mitsuyoshi. Fukuda, former commanding officer of the 100th Infantry Battalion, and Toshiko Fukuda of Honolulu. The service commemorated the first day of combat of the 100th Infantry Battalion and was held 5it the Hawaii County Veterans Cemetery, #1. - Ra.y 6 AfU)

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Mr. Yoshida (George Yoshida, Director of Parks, Hawaii County), Mr. Taketa. (George Taketa, President, Hawaii Chapter, Club 100), Veterans of the 100th Infantry Battalion, wives, relatives and friends, aloha. It is an honor and

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privilege to have been given the opportunity to address this group on this beautiful Hilo morning.

When James Maeda called me a couple of months ago to extend the invitation' to speak, he explained how you have had, over the years, distinguished speakers who were your contemporaries. This year ,however, the organization decided it was time to invite a sansei, a third generation Japanese American, and hear of the viewpoint of this younger generation.

It is ,sobering to,~~aliz~ as ± stand here today, that I,a representative of the younger gener'ation, am approximately the same age that your pare.nts were when you entered World War II. More disconcerting is the disturbing 'parallel of events, th,at has faced each generation. As your parents saw you through your' high school and college years, World War II called, for. your, services. Then, when it was your turn to see your sons and daughters graduate from high school and college, the Vietnam Conflict required their participation in that far-away war. Today, as my son enters his college years, his generation is once again being called to serve in a potential battlefield in the Middle East.

This is not to say that the world has not changed or progressed, for it has. No one, 45 years ago could have foreseen the close alliances that have been forged between Japan and the United States, or between Germany and the European Community. And who could have predicted the startling and exciting changes that have taken place in the last year in Eastern Europe and the USSR.

Today, however, on this, the 47th year commemorating the first battle and the first casualty suffered by the lOath Battalion in Italy, we come here to assess changes and progress on a more personal level. We are here to pay tribute to those who sacrificed their lives for our freedom and future. We have also come to recall promises made to these, men promises made individually and collectively - and to ask ourselves the question: "Did we, the ,men of the lOath, live up to those promises, to the dreams and aspirations we shared with our fcil~en comrades 47 years ago?"

I was born during World War II, but have no recollection of that war. The Korean War which took place a half decade later is familiar to me oI1ly through textbooks which I studied in school. And though I served in combat overseas in Vietnam, little of that experience allows me to comprehend or feel what it was like to have served with the lOath Infantry Battalion and the 442nd Regiment. As with most of my contemporaries, my father's experiences in combat were kept private from his children. About the only tangible reminder of the war we had in our house were the medals Dad kept hidden in the bottom drawer of his dresser. Th~ kids used to steal looks at these medals, but only when Dad wasn't home to see us rummaging through his dresser.

My knowledge of your experiences and contributions has come from intermittent articles and books that have been written, and from obs'ervations and interactions which I have had with Dad's fellow veterans over the years.

I would like, this morning, to share with you four recollections of events that have helped shape my image of the men of the lOath. '

Foe my'first recollection, we have to go back to Punchbowl Cemetery, sometime in the .early 50' s. It was at an early morning memorial service that I attended with Dad. My being an early riser like my father, was probably th~ reason that only the two of use went together. I recall it being a beautiful morning, like this morning, with the two of us sitting down, facing in an Ewa direction.

I don't recall whether the new memorial was built then, or whether crosses still marked the graves. I don't remember who spoke that morning or what was said. In fact, I remember little else, except that as Dad and I bowed our heads in prayer, and the chaplain aslt',ed all to remember those who gave their lives in battle, I looked over at Dad and saw tears on his face. It was the only time in my life that I saw Dad cry.

AII'of us have learned of the exploits of the lOOth and the 442nd. We know of the heroism, the valor and the victories. What we don't know and will never fully comprehend is ,the fear, the horror, despair, pain, suffering and sadness of those experiences. On that morning, as a young boy, I had a glimpse of that other side of your war experiences.

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The second recollection is of a stone wall that serves as a retaining wall at our family home in Alewa. The wall runs about 80 feet long and stands 10 feet high at one end. It is not a particularly beautiful wall with all its different siies ~f rock, but it has served effectively for more than 40 years. I remember how the men of the 100th came over to our home to help build that wall. This wall is symbolic of many other such walls that you men of the 100th helped each other build during that time. It was also during this time that you built your homes and careers - in commerce, in the pl:·ofessions, and in politics. And what a success story you compi led. In all walks of life, yo~ worked hard to cast a positive influence throughout Hawaii's society.

The real story ,however, lies in the building of the lifelong friendships which you have established. These friendships are of the breadth and depth that I have not seen duplicated elsewhere. They are the type of friendship that I know I shall never experience in my lifetime.

I did have the opportunity to see this friendship at work when I was involved with a Company 'E' Reunion on Maui in May 1986. Only two veterans of that company resided on Maui - Susumu Fukuyoshi and Isoji Iwaishi. What a joy it was to participate with these two men who worked so hard and showed so much love to make the gat.hering on their island a success. For all of us who were in on the planning with these men and their wives, it was truly an uplifting experi~nce.

The third experience I'd like to share with you occurred during my senior year at Ripon College. Being in. the ROTC program there, I had the opportunity to train briefly at a place some of you may be familiar with. It was a t a facility just outside of a town called La Crosse and was called Camp McCoy. Yes, I slept in the same coal heated barracks you slept in, ate in the same mess, and walked the same fields you did years before.

It is during the senior year that the soon to be commissioned officers receive their branch assignments. It was a day of anticipation and happiness for all of us as we learned how we fared with our branch choices. I had chosen, and received, a Military Intelligence branch assignment. As I went back to my room to write a letter to tell Mom and Dad the news, a sudden feeling of guilt came over me. Here I was, a son of a member of the lOOth Infantry Battalion, and I had chosen not to serve in the infantry. It weighed on me, what Dad's reaction would be toward my decision.

The legacy you men built in your service has had an impact on all of us. And this is true, not only of your own offspring, but of all of Hawaii's sons. It is not something that is talked about, but I felt it wherever I served with men from Hawaii. I saw it at Ft. Lewis, Washington where I went through summer carnp training wi·th students from the UH. I saw it at Ft. Benning at· Infantry Basic School, and at Ft. Holibard where I was with men from Hawaii. Men called to~duty from Hawaii will always stand taller, try harder, and be better soldiers because of your example 47 years ago.

The final recollection I would like to share with you occurred in February 1988 in Kahului, Maui. It was at a Rotary meeting where the speaker was the senior Senator from Hawaii, Daniel Inouye. Here was a Japanese American, a veteran of the 442nd, a man who had risen to the top of his profession. He came to speak to us in his capacity as Chairman of the all powerful Defense Appropriations Committee.

When he finished his prepared text, he asked for permission to discuss another topic of vial concern to him. It was about his efforts as Chairman of the Select Committee on Indian Affairs. It was a chairmanship that no one else wanted and thus, one he felt obligated to take on.

Senator Inouye spoke of the Indian Wars, of the decimation of the Indian population from 14 million people to 250,000, of the 800 treaties that were entered. into with the United States, all of which were either shelved or violated. He described the life of the Indian people today where 60% have no running water, electricity, or toilet. It wap an act of conscience and obligation that led him to take on this responsibility.

A quote .from an editorial written by fellow rotarian Suzanne Hills in her Maui Ipc. Magazine describes the moment better than I can.

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II As part Cherokee, these descriptions [of American-Indians] struck a chord in me. The sincerity of Inouye's concern tugged at our hearts and, for a while, it seemed as if the great chiefs, like Sitting Bull and Crazy Horse, were listening in. I could almost hear the hot wail of a mesa wind ruffling eagle feathers above the senator's head. For a moment, this man looked like an Indian as I visualized him reaching out his hand from the powerful rotunda in Washington, D.C., to heal a 200 year old wound in the American conscience."

I sat there spellbound. Never have I, as a Japanese American, as a son of a World War II veteran, been prouder of his ancestry. I saw, at that moment, a generation that had grown beyond itself. From the heroism and glory, the anguish and pain of war, I saw the men of the 100th and 442nd return to Hawaii and build families and futures. Your actions in the war, and ·after the war, have inspired us all. Now, in the Senator's speech, I saw a reaching out, I saw in the Japanese-American, a new grace.

I now go back to the question that I asked earlier, "Have the men of the 100th lived up to the promises, the dreams and aspirations of those who were unable to travel the path of life that those present here have been able to?" My answer in an unequivocal, "YES".

I would like to close with a verse that was sent to me by Albert Turner, son of the late Farrant L. Turner, the first C.O. of the 100th Infantry Battalion. Bert attended West Point and upon Dad's passing, shared a portion of the West Point alma mater that he felt was appropriate to Dad. I think it applies to all of you. It reads:

" .... And when our work is done Our course on earth is run May it be said "well done" Be thou at peace."

Men of the 100th Infantry Battalion, both past and present, may peace be with you all.

SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA CHAPTER NEWS: Tad T. Hashimoto

On Sunday, September 23rd, it was 100th members doing the cooking for the benefit of friends and families of Keiro Horne at South Bay Keiro, a fund raising project. Menu was chicken, steak, corn, tossed salad, kabocha, daikon, carrots, miso nasubi, rice, and cookies. 275 persons were served. Carlos and Beverly picazo got the vegetables donated, picked them up and delivered them to Keiro. Hard working Allan Dong purchased the steak and chickens. He cooked all the chickens himself at his horne. Steak was cooked on the barbeque. Helping, cooking, and preparations required for the the dinner were: Ben & Jean Tagami, Francis Shiroma, Buddy & Lily Mamiya, Nora Kim, Mike Miyake, Henry Sakato, Douglas Tanaka, Ted & Chiz Ohira, Lynette Seki Takahashi, Henry & Elsie Hayashi and daughter, Sharon Shimazaki, Carlos & Beverly Picazo, and Allan Dong. Thanks to these friends of Keiro Horne for volunteering their services for such a good cause.

At our 100th Mini-Reunion held in Las Vegas, Nevada (September 24-28), Allan Dong donated the 100th Battalion 3rd Mini-Reunion bags. He purchased the oranges, rice crackers, and the candies. Beverly Picazo put the rice crackers in plastic bags and tied it with a ribbon. Several hundred pens were donated by pacific Heritage Bank. The following ladies filled the goody bags: Lily Mamiya, Nora Kim, Ruth Kasai, and May Fujita.

After a long fight against cancer, Matsuye Jean Furuye, 66, passed away on October 14, 1990. She was one of our active members and we will miss her. She attended most of our functions and was quite a brave lady. Her husband, Chikara "Chick" Furuye, had passed away September 9, 1979, just about 11 years ago. Visitation was held from 7:30-8:30 p.m. at the Centenary united Methodist Church - 300 South Central Avenue in Los Angeles. Most all of our 100th club members and wives were there paying their respects. Matsuye looked really nice. It's hard to believe that she is gone. She was buried in Inglewood Park Cemetery. Our sincere sympathy to the Furuye family.

page 10 SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA CHAPTER NEWS (continued)

On our October 17th monthly meeting, elections were held for 1991. A motion was put on the floor to reelect the present officers. It was approved and seconded by all present. The officers graciously accepted for another term. So, it's 100th President - Eric Abe, Vice President - Sam Fujikawa, Treasurer -Harry Fukasawa, Secretary - Douglas Tanaka. Congratulations, men. You did an excellent job in.1990 and we know that you will excel in 1991.

We have a new member: John Y. (& Sumi) Kobayashi - Dog Chapter RT. 5, Box 108 . Rupert, Idaho 83350

On Saturday, October 20th, we held an unscheduled lOOth family night thanks to the generous donations by Tom and Gladys Tsuda of Cheyenne, Wyoming of approximately 30 pounds of tasty matsutake (mushrooms) which they donated to us. It was· "Mushroom Sukiyaki Night". Added ingredients were green onions, shirataki (yam noodle), celery, takenoko (bamboo shoots), tofu, regular onions, sukiyaki meat and, of course, the delicious mushrooms. Because of the mushrooms, Ben Tagami scheduled an unexpected family nite to give everyone a treat. Our thanks to Tom and Gladys for their thoughtfulness and generosity.

Of course, we had rice, salad, dessert, soft drinks, tea and beer. Eric Abe was our great M.C. Guests were introduced and we had about 55 persons enjoying the mushrooms. Irene Abe donated round donuts, Kei & Chisato Yamaguchi donated pies: blueberry, lemon and apple. Sam & Teri Fuj ikawa donated a very, very large white sheet cake, enough to serve everyone a big piece. The guys who came in early and helped set up the tables and chairs were Tom Kasai, Lloyd Seki, Henry Sakato, Sam Fujikawa, and Henry Hayashi. Our thanks to Don Seki for his generous donation of $25.00 to the lOOth. Cooks and helpers were: en & Jean Tagami I Henry & Fund Sakato, Teri Fujikawa, Mike Miyake, Ruth Kasai, Francis Shiroma, Allan Dong, Carlos & Beverly Picazo, Sue Hashimoto, and Henry Hayashi.

After the delicious dinner, bingo was played. A card cost 3 dollars and was good to the end of the evening. The money and prizes were all given back to the winners. Allan Dong called out the numbers with help from Toe Yoshino, Harry & Fuj i Fukasawa, and Buddy Mamiya. We had three guys from M.I.S. and we hope they enjoyed themselves. Chairs and tables had to be put away and ladies and gents helped voluntarily. Even the floors were swept and the place was spic and span when we left.

George Kiyota, 66 years old, a Los Angeles-born nisei and veteran of the fabulous 100th Battalion (former Tec/5) of C Company of the 442nd Regimental Combat Team, passed away on October 24, 1990. Out condolences to the Kiyota family.

Henry Hayashi saw Yeiki Matsui the other day and says he was looking good.

Our lOOth Battalion Chapter sends wishes to all for the happiest of holidays and the best and healthiest New Year ahead.

PREVENTING BLOOD CLOTS DURING LONG PLANE TRIPS: Winter time is travel time for many people and a plane trip away from Hawaii is likely to mean a long flight. Besides the boredom and confinement of long distance plane trips, seniors face the additional concern of preventing blood. clots that can result from prolonged sitting in cramped quarters. A blood clot that forms in the legs when people sit for an extended period can break loose and travel into the lungs or can cause difficulty breathing or sharp chest pain. Here are some precautions you can take while traveling: o Choose clothes and shoes that are comfortable and loose fitting. oExtend your lower legs occasionally~ oFlex your ankles 5-10 times every 30 minutes. oIf you have had problems with thrombophlebitis (inflammation within the veins) in the past, wear elastic support stockings when you must sit for a long time. 0Donlt take a long air trip if you have a swollen or painful calf unless your doctor checks to be sure you don't have a small blood clot. A clot that starts during a plane trip may not dislodge until days or weeks after the flight, so you may not connect it with your trip. -Taken from. the Living Healthy Newsletter, Vol. 3, #3.

Mele Kalikimaka!

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CLUB 100i s MONTHLY BULLETIN for DECEMBER 1990

,The Nominations & Election Committee presents the ballot election results for the 1991 Club 100 officers:

PRESIDENT

George Bagiwara (C)": 205 (elected)

Yasuo Takata (B) 119

FIRST VICE PRESIDENT

Arthur Tamashiro (Bq) 171 (elected)

Mike Tokunaga (C) 154

SECOND VICE PRESIDENT

Isamu Inouye (A)

SECRETARY/TREASURER

Stanley Kimura,,(C)

Walter Iwasa (R)

298 (elected)

194 (elected)

126

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CHAPTER MEETINGS: All meetings start at 7:30 p.m., ex6ept as rtoted.

ABLE ••••••••• ~ ••• B.AKER •••••••••••• CHARLIE .......•.. DOG •••••••••••••• HEADQUARTERS .. ' ~ ' ..

15 · . . . . 17 · . . . . 20 · ....

Lounge Area (8:00 a.m. )

Back Room

Back Room RU.RAI, •••••••••••• KAOAI •••••••••••• MAOl ••• ~ •••••••••

Saturday ... December No meeting scheduled Monday ..... December No meeting scheduled Thursday .•. December No meeting scheduled Sunday •.... December No meeting scheduled No meeting scheduled

2 · .... Tip Top Restaurant (12 noon)

HAWAII

CLUB - COMMITTEE MEETINGS: All meetings start at 7:30 p.m., except as noted.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS ..... Thursday ... December No meeting scheduled No meeting scheduled

13 ..... Board Room (7:00 p.m.) BONSAI ................. . D.A.V. BANELE ......... . 1st DRAFT •••••••••••••• GREEN THUMBS ... ........ '

Monday ..... December 3 Monday ..... December 3

Board Room (9:30 a.m.) Hall (7:15 p.m.)

KARA.OKE •••••••••••••••• Friday ..... December 21 Hall (6:30 p.m.)

HIGHLIGHTS OF THE NOVEMBER 8, 1990 BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING

1. Baker & Rural Chapters will host the 49th Anniversary Party. Sunday, ~ 16, 1991 (Father's Day) was selected as the party date, which will be either a brunch or luncheon (daytime hours) and held at the Pagoda Hotel. A $100.00 deposit has been placed to reserve the date ~ Yasuo Takat,a (B) reported that the sons and daughters of club members would handle the par'ty details (prograin, menu, decorations, etc.) He explained that this idea originated fro~ those who opposed the JCCH and wanted to leave the clubhouse to their children. Al though this possibility has been bantered around, until now, no one has involved the children in any of the club's events to find out whether they would be interested in taking over the club. Takata needs the names of five (5) sons/daughters from each, chapter to form a commi ttee to plan the event. The board agreed that using the Anniversary Party as a barometer to measure the children's interest in the club was a good idea. (NOTE: Please submit the names (addresses & phone is, too) of sons/daughters interested in serving on the Anniversary Party Committee to the clubhouse, office. To date, three sons and two daughters have volunteered. )

2. The ad hoc committee to study ways of raising funds to support the 100/442/MIS World War II Memorial (in Los Angeles) had not been appointed. The board agreed that each chapter would submit one (1) representative to the committee.

3. Chapter feedback, from the Oahu chapters indicated approval of the four amendment made to the club's ,by-laws since 1986. Feedback from the neigpbor island and Southern California chapters still needs to be received.

4. The board decided against transferring part of the $43,588 a Mer ill Lynch Working Capital Management Account, with a market rate of 7.56 %) into a Short Term Global Income Fund by Merill Lynch, with a current rate of 10.5%) due to devaluation of the dollar against European currency.

(presently in current money (also managed the possible

s. A project in underway to place the emblem of the 100th Infantry Battalion in a stained glass window to be displayed in the abbey at Monte Cassino. The 100th's emblem would be in the American window. Other countries, such as England and France will also have similar windows in the abbey. If Club 100 was not interested in participating in the project, another American military organization would be offered the opportunity to place their emblem in the window. The cost of the window is $6,300.00 (U. S.) During the subsequent discussion, concern was expressed about the 100th being singled out over the 34th or 36th Divisions who also fought there. However, it was pointed out that the AJA experience, Japanese-Americans fighting with the "haoles", was an unexpected and unique period in history and, as such, the lOOth deserved the recognition and honor of being offered the window. It was suggested that the club could SUbsidize part of the window's .cost and club members could voluntarily contribute the balance. Since the Europeans needed an answer right, away, the' board voted to donate $6,300 to the American Stained Glass Window. The vote was 9-yes, 2-no (~aker & Charlie Chapters) . (NOTE: If club members are interested in making a donation towards the window, they wili be gratefully accepted at the clubhouse office. Please make your check payable to 'Club 100'. In the memo section of the check, write the words 'American Stained Glass Window'. Donations can be mailed to 520 Kamoku Street Honolulu, Hawaii 96826.)

6. A committee from Sparta, Wisconsin wanted to find out whether Club 100 would be interested in having a 50th reunion at Camp McCoy in June 1992. The club's own 50th anniversary is also scheduled for June 1992. Exact dates for either event have not been determined yet. Chapter feedback would be obtained to indicate interest.

7. (EXECUTIVE SECRETARY'S NOTE: By now, mostly everyone knows that Ala Wai School has closed the use of its parking lot to the public. Following an investigation of recent drug dealings taking place at the lot in the evenings, the police recommended that the school lock its gates after school hours and on the weekends. The school compiled with the recommendation. I spoke with Judith Saranchock, school principal, and Mary Spencer, school administrative services assistant, and worked out a parking lot use arrangement with the school. Please read the Ala Wai School Parking Lot Policy carefully. It is important to adhere to the rules set forth by the school. Failure to do so, may result in the loss of parking privileges at the school. - Pa.al)

ALA WAI SCHOOL PARKING POLICY: Whenever chapters or clubs want to use the school is parking lot for a special weekend function, they need to inform the executive secretary of their request. Paul will find out whether the date/lot is available and obtain the key for the school's parking lot gate a day before the event. The school uses a combination lock to lock the gate unless a special request is made and the key is picked up. The chapter/club needs to appoint a point of contact (POC) who will pick up the key from PaUl.' The chapter/club is responsible for assuring that the lot is locked up after their event is pau and that no cars are left in the lot. The POC is responsible for returning the key back to Paul on the first working day following the event. Security of the parking lot is the responsibility of the chapter/club using the lot. ' If the chapter/club wishes to hire security guards to prevent outsiders from entering they lot during the event, they will pay for the service. Ala Wai School wants to remind POCs to please lock the lock while the gate is open. Do not leave the lock dangling open. The school has lost many locks that way. (NOTE: Chapters/clubs planning to have a special weekend event (Family Nites, dances, shows, etc.) and would like to use the Ala Wai School's parking lot should make their request well in advance of the event date.)

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- Pa.u..t

.' ABLE CHAPTER CHRISTMAS PARTY will be held. on Saturday, December 15 at the clubhouse. Cocktails are from 5:30-6:30 p.m., with the Fukuya dinner buffet starting at 6:30 p.m. Cost is $5.00 for adults; children under age 18 are free. Donations of door prizes, beer, soda, dessert, etc. will be gladly accepted. We will be having grab bags for the children. Plea.se pick up an item, not exceeding $10. 00 and label it wi th the chi ld 's name and, bring it to the party. The deadline for registering for the party is Saturday, December 1, 1990. Parking will be available at Ala Wai School. A security guard will be posted at the parking lot entrance, so register early so we know that you are coming and can include you on the parking lot roster.

BAKER CHAPTER'S CHRISTMAs PARTY is scheduled for Saturday, December 8 at the clubhouse. Cocktails will be served from 6:00-6:30 p.m. Dinner (6:30-7:30 p.m.) will feature roast chicken and roast ham. Each, family will receive one (1) free door prize ticket. Cost for the evening: Adults - $4.00, Children (over 12'and under 18 years of age) - $2.00. parking will be available at Ala Wai School. Donations of food and door prizes will be accepted. If you would like Santa to present your grandchild with a gift, please bring a present with the child's name.clearly written on it. Cost of the gift should not exceed $10.00. '

The CHARLIE CHAPTER CHRISTMAS PARTY will be held on Friday, December 14 at the clubhouse. Cocktails will begin at 5: 30 p.m. Dinner will be served at 6:00 p.m. Don't forget Christmas gifts for the children from Santa Claus. Be sure to write the child's name (print clearly, Santa's eye sight's not so good these days) on the gift. We welcome donations of desserts, beer, apples, oranges, and candies. The deadline to register for the party is Wednesday, December 5. Please 'use the green registration form that was mailed out. Registration forms can be mailed to Mike Tokunaga, 548 Halemaumau Street, Honolulu, Hawaii 96821. For more information, please call Mike at 313-1474. P.S. Parking will be available at Ala Wai School.

A very merry DOGGIE CHRISTMAS· PARTY will be held at the clubhouse on Saturday, December 14. Cocktails will be served at 5:30 p.m., with dinner to follow. Parking will be available at Ala Wai School from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. A security guard will lock the parking lot gate promptly at 7:00 p.m.

HEADQUARTERS CHRISTMAS PARTY will be celebrated on Sunday, December 9 at the clubhouse. Cocktails from 5:30-6:00 p.m., dinner from 6:00-7:00 p.m. A party program and a surprise visit from Santa Claus will follow. Parking will be available at Ala Wai· School. To control parking and prevent outsiders from entering the lot, a police officer will be posted at the entrance gate of the parking lot. He will have a list of names of those attending the party. Please RSVP by Sundax, December 2 to insure that your name will be included on the parking list.

KAUAI CHAPTER will have a CHRISTMAS LUNCHEON at the Sheraton, Kauai in Poipu on Sunday, December 9. Don't forget our next chapter meeting on Sunday, December 2 at the Tip Top Restaurant. It will be a luncheon meeting starting at 12 o·clock noon.

MAUl CHAPTER'S CHRISTMAS-INSTALLATION DINNER PARTY will be held on Thursday, December 20 at the Red Dragon Restaurant. Cocktails are at 5:30 p.m., dinner at 6:00 p.m.

The HAWAII CHAPTER END-OF-TBE-YEAR PARTY for the members and wives is scheduled for Sunday, December 16 at the AJA Veterans Hall on Hahai Street. The festivities start at 10:00 a.m.

The "WELCOME '91 ft NEW YEAR'S EVE DANCE will be held on Monday, December 31 at Turner Hall. The fUn starts at 7:30 p.m. and will run to 12 a.m.??? Cost is $5.00 per person. We will have heavy Oriental pupus, punch, pop, beer and, of course, champagne. Sign up now! Music by Big Bands (taped). Parking will be available at Ala Wai School.

JANUARY 1991 PUKA POKA PARADE DEADLINE: The deadline for submitting articles for the January 1991 issue of the Parade is Saturday, December 15, 1990.

JANUARY MONTHLY BULLETIN: The deadline for SUbmitting announcements for the January 1991 Monthly Bulletin is Monday, December 17, 1990.

JANUARY PARADE COLLATING DATE: The January Parade will be collate on ThurSday, December 27 at 8:30 a.m. in Turner Hall. Team 3: Baker & Rural Chapters are responsible for providing the manpower. However~ volunteers from all chapters are welcome to come out and help.

From the Japan Airlines Newsletter (June 1990, Volume 06-90)

Cosmetics giant Shiseido is leading development of a new science based on the premise th~tJTagrancesinj1uencethe

psyche. Researchers there believe they have established

that lavender and rose have a calming effect, lemon and cypress stimulate, jasmine

reduces stress and mint relieves drowsiness. In one test, six com­

puter operators worked 14 per­cent faster when exposed to a

j10ral scent, inputting about 2,000 more characters per hour

than when in an odorless en­vironment.

Needless to say, retailers are eagerly awaiting a scent that

will incite people to spend money.c

CLUB 100 ·10·Oth INF .. BB. Veterans 52'0 Kamoku .Street Honolulu, H~waii 96826

Iro-Iro • Mahjong has been officially banned in China as a game which "con­

taminates society" and was responsible for 25 percent of the country's divorces last year. It "breaks up couples, causing the husband to sell household goods and lose ~terest in his wife," said China's WeekO' Digest.

• Ub·oh. Maybe the mahjongg~iOving Japanese should pay heed: In 1989 a couple there divorced every three minutes and 18 seconds, substantiaUy more frequently than during the previous year. And the 1989 birth rate hit an all-time low, proving someone is losing interest in something.

• But apparently not in America's fmest cultural icons: HULKAMANIA had great success in Japan in April, when wrestling [1] fans paid up to $270 a seat to see the blond Brobdingnagian bruiser do his thing.

• Yeah. but walt - in March a Rolling Stones fan paid a scalper about $1,200 for a ticket to the band's last Tokyo performance, costing him 18 times what the ticket originally sold for.

• Speaking or hard-to-eome-by sents, one of Tokyo's most crowded com­muter train lines has just introduced new cars without them. Well, with seats that can be folded up by tbe conducter during rush hours, creating a co'E'J freight-car effect.

• And while we're on the subject of cattle, adding to the list of unlikely items available in Japan's vending machines is an edible U.S. import: beef. At one of the 1,000 new beef-selling machines, $12 or so - about half normal retail cost - will get you over a pound of the meat, neatly vacuum packed and frozen.

• And speaking or meat, a restaurant at the Beijing Zoo offers for human consumption beaver, squirrel, antelope, bear and other exotica, none of whiCh, it maintains, comes from the Zo?/

• Japanese descriptions are sometimes vividly apt. One of our favorites refers to a really shy person as being like a kariteldta neko - a borrowed ~t. And prime time on TV is called GlJruden [Golden] Time. '.! t '1

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