Morikichi Shigematsu

Morikichi Shigematsu

He was born on 19 July 1881. He was a gardener. His family includes Utaro Shigematsu (father), Ritsuko Shigematsu (wife; nee Ritsuko Takayama), Yoshihiro Shigematsu (son), and Sumiko Shigematsu (daughter). His home address is listed as 348 Powell Street, Vancouver, BC. 124 Gore Avenue, Vancouver, BC is listed as a former address. He was forcibly uprooted to Tashme, BC.

Metadata

ForenameMorikichi
SurnameShigematsu
Regularized NameMorikichi Shigematsu
Custodian Identification Number2378
NationalityJapanese national
Residence (after uprooting)Tashme, BC
Residence (before uprooting)Vancouver

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