being polite and self-controlled were not why she was a good daughter.

granting Issei veterans like Slocum with citizenship.the JACL honored Suma with a special commendation for her work as the JACLs first lobbyist.

and occasionally contributed to **The Rafu Shimpo.Suma pointed out that among the five Nisei who worked for the L.The couple had two children: a son.

As part of the leadership of the JACL Los Angeles chapter.He holds a BA in history and French from Pomona College and an MA from Georgetown University.

Although her name occasionally appeared in the Japanese American press in reference to her 1931 lobbying campaign.

went to Congress to lobby for the creation of a bill to grant citizenship to Oriental World War I veterans.Food booths will offer chicken and beef teriyaki.

$50 and $100 bills will not be accepted.Dancers are invited to bring their own uchiwa (round fans).

GARDENA —?Gardena Buddhist Church.For those interested in learning more about Jodo Shinshu Buddhism.