Minidoka Irrigator
Weekly newspaper at the Minidoka Relocation Center
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The Minidoka Irrigator was a weekly newspaper published at the Minidoka Relocation Center located in Hunt, Jerome County, Idaho.[1]
Minidoka Irrigator, Vol. V, No. 4, April 28, 1945 | |
| Type | Weekly newspaper |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1942 |
Ceased publication | 1945 |
| City | Hunt, Jerome County, Idaho |
| Country | United States |
Publication began on September 10, 1942, and ended on July 28, 1945.[2] It was one of many newspapers published in 10 War Relocation Authority (WRA) relocation centers.
The newspapers served as a means for disseminating WRA rules, regulations and surveys. The WRA initially banned the use of Japanese in the newspapers but later issues sometimes included Japanese-language inserts. Newspaper articles cover a wide range of topics including daily activities, beauty tips, diet and nutrition, crime and law enforcement, education, hobbies, social activities and sports.[3]