Letter from Harry Wilson to Ray Yasui dated 7 April 1944. In this letter, Wilson writes about the unfortunate condition of their farm in Mosier, Oregon, and notes that the Yasui family would be sad to see it in such disarray. He proposes a contract to purchase the farm in an attempt to replenish the fields.

Letter from Ray T. Yasui to William S. Finney dated 28 August 1944. In this letter, Yasui discusses rejecting a deal for the sale of the family's 12th Street property because the offer of $3750 was unreasonably low. He states that he has asked the family for their acceptable minimum sale price, and would like to re-list the property for sale once the price has been established. He notes that he and his family fear that individuals may attempt to take advantage of the relocation of Japanese Americans to acquire property at low prices. He requests that any offers be directed to the family, and writes that offers for the store building or the property on 3rd Street would be considered.

Letter from John N. Mohr to Ray T. Yasui dated 8 September 1944. In this letter, Mohr discusses the details of Star Canning purchasing the Mosier Ranch property.

Letter from W. S. Finney of Insurance Company of North America to Ray T. Yasui dated 28 September 1944. In this letter, Finney discusses the rent of the Yasui 12th Street house to Lawrence Hardin and his family. It is noted that Hardin works for the Apple Growers Association and will pay $30 per month in rent. It is also noted that Hardin understands that the house is currently for sale, and would surrender the property if a deal is made. Finney asks Yasui let him know when his family provides their minimum asking price for the property.

Memorandum formalizing the agreement between the Oregon Apple Company of Hood River and Masuo Yasui in the clearing of 200 acres of land. The memorandum also provides salary payment information for different workers involved. The memorandum is dated April 1911.

Letter from Kichizo Noji to Masuo Yasui dated 30 April 1916. In the letter, Noji thanks Yasui for his support in arranging for his wife's travel to the United States. Noji married his wife, Asayo, on the 12 July 1916 in Seattle, Washington.
Translation Note: This document has been translated into modern Japanese and English.

English translation of a letter from Kichizo Noji to Masuo Yasui dated 30 April 1916. In the letter, Noji thanks Yasui for his support in arranging for his wife's travel to the United States. Noji married his wife, Asayo, on the 12 July 1916 in Seattle, Washington.
Translation Note: This letter is also available as the original manuscript document and as a modern Japanese translation.

1916年4月30日付、野地吉蔵から安井益男への書簡の現代日本語訳。野路は、妻の渡米を手配してくれた安井に感謝している。野地は1916年7月12日、ワシントン州シアトルで妻・アサヨと結婚した。
翻訳注：原文および英訳も掲載されている。

Letter from K. Tyler to Masuo Yasui dated 13 February 1920. The letter is printed on stationery for "The Equitable Life Assurance Society of the United States." In this letter, Tyler discusses past due insurance premiums for Japanese residents of Hood River and requests Masuo remind the residents to pay them. A postscript note mentions the "Japanese question" - a reference to circulating anti-japanese sentiment and legislation, and asks if Masuo knows anyone interested in buying a ranch in Underwood (likely Washington).

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 document has been translated into modern Japanese and English.

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.

1917年２月10日付の安井益男から金三商会への手紙 。この手紙の中で安井は、カルシウムコーティングされたファンシーライス50俵の注文をし、米袋に安井兄弟の商標ロゴをステンシルすることを要求している。
翻訳注：原文および英訳も掲載されている。

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.

An advertisement for Yasui Bros. Co. in Hood River, Oregon. The document advertises Japanese and U.S. sundries and groceries; land sales and house leasing; accident, health and life insurance; upscale hotel; and farm and city labor placement.
Translation Note: This document has been translated into modern Japanese and English.

English translation of an advertisement for Yasui Bros. Co. in Hood River, Oregon. The document advertises Japanese and U.S. sundries and groceries; land sales and house leasing; accident, health and life insurance; upscale hotel; and farm and city labor placement.
Translation Note: This document is also available as the original manuscript document and as a modern Japanese translation.

オレゴン州フッドリバーの安井兄弟商会の広告の現代日本語訳。日米の雑貨・食料品、土地売買・住宅賃貸、傷害・健康・生命保険、高級ホテル、農地・都市労働者斡旋などが案内されている。 翻訳注：原文および英訳も掲載されている。

An advertisement for the Yasui Bros. Co. in Hood River, Oregon. The advertisement states that the store offers special discounts for cash sales as part of their low-margin high-volume policy. The advertisement also states that they will use the best possible methods for credit sales to make them more convenient and encourages consumers to pay close attention to the quality and quantity of products. Additional pages in the document are advertisements for other stores.
Translation Note: This document has been translated into modern Japanese and English.

English translation of an advertisement for the Yasui Bros. Co. in Hood River, Oregon. The advertisement states that the store offers special discounts for cash sales as part of their low-margin high-volume policy. The advertisement also states that they will use the best possible methods for credit sales to make them more convenient and encourages consumers to pay close attention to the quality and quantity of products. Additional pages in the document are advertisements for other stores that are not translated.
Translation Note: This document is also available as the original manuscript document and as a modern Japanese translation.

オレゴン州フッドリバーの安井兄弟商会の広告の現代日本語訳。広告には、同店が薄利多売方針の一環として、現金販売に特別な割引を提供することが記載されている。また、クレジット販売について、より便利になるように最善の方法を用いるとし、消費者に商品の質と量に細心の注意を払うよう促している。翻訳されていない追加ページは、他店の広告である。
翻訳注：原文および英訳も掲載されている。

Painted store sign reading "Japan tea imported and uncolored", priced at 35 cents per pound. The sign is hand-painted on 7 x 9.75 in. cardboard.

Painted store sign for "egg noodle and plain noodle". The egg noodle is priced at 15 cents per pound, and plain noodle 10 cents per pound. The sign is hand-painted on 4.5 x 8 in. cardboard.

Painted store sign for "extra fancy Japan rice", priced at 3.5 cents per pound. The sign is hand-painted on 4.5 x 8 in. cardboard.

National Recovery Administration (NRA) membership "we do our part" storefront sign from the Yasui Brothers store. The sign is printed on 4.5 x 8 in. cardboard.