Kitty Jay
She was born on 24 August 1913. Her name is also listed as Nobu Jay and her maiden name is Kitty Kuwata or Nobu Kuwata. She was a housewife. Her family includes Kinu Kuwata (mother; nee Kinu Yoneda), Tokusaburo Kuwata (father), Charles Jay (husband), Martin Jay [also listed as Bobuo Jay] (son). Rock Bay, BC and 631 Chatham Street, Victoria, BC are listed as a former addresses. The file indicates that she was “exempt” from being forcibly uprooted.
Metadata
| Forename | Kitty |
| Surname | Jay |
| Regularized Name | Kitty Jay |
| Custodian Identification Number | 14432 |
| Nationality | Canadian born |
| Residence (before uprooting) | Victoria |
Collections
Custodian Case Files (1)
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