English translation of a letter from Masuo Yasui to Kanesan[?] Shokai dated 10 February 1917. In the letter Yasui places an order for 50 bales of calcium coated fancy rice and requests that the rice bags be stenciled with the Yasui Brothers trademark logo. Translation Note: This letter is also available as the original manuscript document and as a modern Japanese translation.
Letter from Barbara Bailey to Masuo Yasui dated 26 March 1917. In this letter, Bailey informs Yasui that she is hosting an event with Japanese guests, and asks for Yasui to send traditional Japanese items to use as decoration. She also notes a woman at a Parkdale station who is looking for a Japanese cook and housekeeper, and then asks how Yasui's family is doing. She comments on the failure to pass the Anti-Alien Bill, and comments that she is glad as it was a direct insult to Japan.
Letter from Fred Barker to Yasui Brothers dated September 14, 1925. In this letter, Barker asks if the company has any employment opportunities for Barker and his family.
Letter of resignation from Masuo Yasui to the Japan-America Formal Society of Hood River dated 28 November 1928. In the letter Yasui resigns from his position as a board member and committee member. Translation Note: This document has been translated into modern Japanese and English.
Letter of resignation from Masuo Yasui to the Japan-America Formal Society of Hood River dated 28 November 1928. In the letter Yasui resigns from his position as a board member and committee member. Translation Note: This document is also available as the original manuscript document and as a modern Japanese translation.
Memorandum from Yasui Brothers, dated 30 November 1925. This memo certifies that Tokujiro Yasui was employed by Yasui brothers as manager of Dee Ranch from March 1920 to April 1923, and then was serving as manager at Mosier from April 1923 to November 1925, at the time of when the letter was written. It also certifies that Yasui is married and that he and his wife have two minor children.
Letter from Shinataro and Tsuya Yasui to Renichi Fujimoto dated 16 November 1916 imploring him to return to Japan. The letter describes the death of his adoptive father and the poor health of his adoptive mother, and reprimands Renichi for ignoring his obligations to the Fujimoto family and his wife Matsuyo, who remained in Japan while he moved to the U.S. The end of the document is a letter to Masuo Yasui and family acknowledging previous correspondence and wishing them well. Translation Note: The letter has been translated into modern Japanese and English.
English translation of a letter from Shinataro and Tsuya Yasui to Renichi Fujimoto dated 16 November 1916 imploring him to return to Japan. The letter describes the death of his adoptive father and the poor health of his adoptive mother, and reprimands Renichi for ignoring his obligations to the Fujimoto family and his wife Matsuyo, who remained in Japan while he moved to the U.S. The end of the document is a letter to Masuo Yasui and family acknowledging previous correspondence and wishing them well. Translation Note: This letter is also available as the original manuscript document and as a modern Japanese translation.
Letter from K. Otsubo to Masuo Yasui, dated 27 June 1916. In the letter Otsubo informs Masuo that the Seattle Asahi Baseball Team wants to play a game in Hood River on July 4 and requests that Masuo negotiate with the local baseball club to make arrangements. Translation Note: This document has been translated into modern Japanese and English.
English translation selection of a letter from K. Otsubo to Masuo Yasui, dated 27 June 1916. In the letter Otsubo informs Masuo that the Seattle Asahi Baseball Team wants to play a game in Hood River on July 4 and requests that Masuo negotiate with the local baseball club to make arrangements. Translation Note: This document is also available as the original manuscript document and as a modern Japanese translation.
Letter from K. Otsubo to Masuo Yasui, dated 2 July 1916. In the letter Otsubo requests that the start time of the baseball game between the Seattle Asahi team and the Hood River team be rescheduled from 2:30 PM to 2:00 PM so that the Asahi team can catch the 4:50 train in order to return home the same night. Translation Note: This document has been translated into modern Japanese and English.
English translation of a letter from K. Otsubo to Masuo Yasui, dated 2 July 1916. In the letter Otsubo requests that the start time of the baseball game between the Seattle Asahi team and the Hood River team be rescheduled from 2:30 PM to 2:00 PM so that the Asahi team can catch the 4:50 train in order to return home the same night. Translation Note: This document is also available as the original manuscript document and as a modern Japanese translation.
Letter from Rev. Dr. K. Fujii to Masuo Yasui dated 4 November 1917. The letter is printed on letterhead for the Japanese Buddhist Association. In this letter, Fujii thanks Masuo for a shipment of apples, and comments on the global reputation for "extra Fancy" Hood River apples.
Letter from Masuo Yasui to Renichi Fujimoto, dated 22 July 1930. In the letter Masuo discusses Kei's illness caused by a mosquito bite and his recovery, the progress on the construction of the new Yasui Brothers Mercantile building and plans to relocate everything from the old building before it is torn down, the features and division of space in the new building, and the total cost of the project in the context of the year's recession. The letter also includes updates about the family, orchard products and business, concern about rising anti-Japanese sentiment, and a sample English letter for Renichi to use. Translation Note: This document has been translated into modern Japanese and English.
English translation selection of a letter from Masuo Yasui to Renichi Fujimoto, dated 22 July 1930. In the letter Masuo discusses Kei's illness caused by a mosquito bite and his recovery, the progress on the construction of the new Yasui Brothers Mercantile building and plans to relocate everything from the old building before it is torn down, the features and division of space in the new building, and the total cost of the project in the context of the year's recession. Additional topics on pages not translated include updates about the family, orchard products and business, concern about rising anti-Japanese sentiment, and a sample English letter for Renichi to use. Translation Note: This document is also available as the original manuscript document and as a modern Japanese translation.
Letter from Masuo Yasui to Renichi Fujimoto, dated 26 October 1930. In the letter Masuo discusses the recession and its effect on the general commercial world, the year's apple and pear crop and market, the replacement of the front show windows and renewed sidewalks at the new Yasui Brothers Mercantile building, construction work on the second floor and rental arrangements in the new building, updates to the appearance of the city of Hood River which will result in higher land prices, and his reception of a long and passionate letter from Mr. Kakizawa. Additional topics in the letter include advice regarding Renichi's re-entry to the United States and updates about the town, family and friends, orchard products, and business. Translation Note: This document has been translated into modern Japanese and English.
English translation selection of a letter from Masuo Yasui to Renichi Fujimoto, dated 26 October 1930. In the letter Masuo discusses the recession and its effect on the general commercial world, the year's apple and pear crop and market, the replacement of the front show windows and renewed sidewalks at the new Yasui Brothers Mercantile building, construction work on the second floor and rental arrangements in the new building, updates to the appearance of the city of Hood River which will result in higher land prices, and his reception of a long and passionate letter from Mr. Kakizawa. Additional topics on pages not translated include advice regarding Renichi's re-entry to the United States and updates about the town, family and friends, orchard products, and business. Translation Note: This document is also available as the original manuscript document and as a modern Japanese translation.
Letter from Masuo Yasui to Renichi Fujimoto. In the letter Masuo gives updates on the recession and its effects on the market, comparing the economic situation to Japan. He expresses his gratitude that the family can get by with some income from farming and his hope that the economy will recover in the next year or the year after. He also provides updates about the second floor construction on the new Yasui Brothers Mercantile building and changes to the city, including state-of-the-art streetlights, the success of the Texaco station, and the construction of a post office within the next two or three years. Additional topics in the letter include the general economic situation and updates on church and friends. Translation Note: This document has been translated into modern Japanese and English.
English translation selection of a letter from Masuo Yasui to Renichi Fujimoto. In the letter Masuo gives updates on the recession and its effects on the market, comparing the economic situation to Japan. He expresses his gratitude that the family can get by with some income from farming and his hope that the economy will recover in the next year or the year after. He also provides updates about the second floor construction on the new Yasui Brothers Mercantile building and changes to the city, including state-of-the-art streetlights, the success of the Texaco station, and the construction of a post office within the next two or three years. Additional topics on pages not translated include the general economic situation and updates on church and friends. Translation Note: This document is also available as the original manuscript document and as a modern Japanese translation.
Letter from Masuo Yasui to Taiitsuro Yasui, dated 31 December 1930. In the letter Masuo mentions that Tsuyoshi and Minoru are helping him with New Year's greeting cards and states that it is the first cold night of the year. He continues on to describe the year's recession and how it is negatively impacting business. Masuo also shares his thoughts on reading Taiitsuro's letter about his trip, memories, and recent events of mutual acquaintances. Translation Note: Selections from this document have been translated into modern Japanese and English.