Micronesian Reporter 1956 V04 03

Micronesian Reporter 1956 V04 03. Micronesian Reporter (Report). Hagåtña, Guam: Trust Territory of the Pacific Islands. May 1956. p. 30.

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Abstract: Beginning in 1951, the Headquarters for the Trust Territory of the Pacific Islands (TTPI) regularly published a magazine that detailed its work in the region. From 1951 through the first issue of 1956, the magazine was known as the Micronesian Monthly; from the second issue of 1956 through the end of the run in 1980, it was known as the Micronesian Reporter. From 1951 through December 1967, publication cycles varied: For the most part, the magazine was produced monthly, though certain issues cover two or more months. Starting in 1968, the magazine was formally shifted to a quarterly publication cycle, which continued through the first quarter of 1980, when publication ceased.

This issue reports extensively on developments across the districts, giving special attention to Yap, Palau, and the Marshalls. The editorial tone highlights both progress and the limits of resources, while emphasizing how district congresses were gaining a more central role in governance. It situates Micronesian voices more clearly within the framework of U.S. trusteeship.

Among the notable articles is a detailed report on the Yap District Congress, with resolutions regarding copra marketing and school attendance. Coverage from Palau includes the opening of a new hospital wing in Koror, with Dr. R.W. Jackson cited as overseeing medical services. In the Marshalls, the issue notes improvements at Majuro’s airfield and education programs on Jaluit. A feature story describes the voyage of the Caroline Maru carrying supplies through the outer islands.

Named individuals include High Commissioner Delmas H. Nucker, District Administrator Frank Hay, and educators such as Sister Angela of the Catholic mission schools. Organizations highlighted are the Yap Congress, Palau Congress, Protestant and Catholic missions, and the Trust Territory Department of Health.

Volume Four, Number Three (1956) Index: Administration 3, 5, 11, 20 Agriculture 20, 24 Congress 8, 22 – 23 Ebeye 1 Economic 3 Education 3, 20, 22, 24 – 26 Guam I, 2 – 3, 20, 26 Japanese 12, 19 Language 1, 3, 17 Palau 12 – 14, 22 – 23 Pingelap 18, 20 Ponape (Pohnpei) 19 – 20, 24, 29 Shumard I, 5, 7 – 9 Truk (Chuuk) I, 7, 16 United Nations 14, 20 Yap 12, 26 Yapese 26