4717: Yeiichi Katai

4717: Yeiichi Katai

Yeiichi Katai

He was born on 30 May 1912. He was a fisherman employed by B.C. Packers, Steveston, BC. His family includes Okame Katai [also listed as Kame Katai and Kameno Katai] (mother), Tamiko Katai (wife; nee Tamiko Okamoto), and Edward Katai [also listed as Shoichi Katai] (son). His home address is listed as House No. 46, Imperial Cannery, Steveston, BC. He was forcibly uprooted to Welling, AB and Taber, AB.
Sex M
Date of Birth 30 May 1912
Nationality Canadian born
Locations after uprooting
Welling, AB
Taber, AB
Locations before uprooting
Steveston
Reel
C-9347 (1020-1038)
Type Person
Custodian Number 4717
Name Yeiichi Katai

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4717: Yeiichi Katai

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