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Hiratsuka Visits Lawrence

Hiratsuka Delegation Visits Lawrence

A delegation of over 30 Hiratsuka government officials and "Friends of Lawrence" visited Lawrence September 16-21, 2004. The delegation came to celebrate Lawrence's 15th Anniversary. They participated in events including visits with the Mayor of Lawrence and the Consul General of Japan, who came from the Japanese Consulate General's Kansas City office. In addition they toured KU and participated in the Sesquicentennial parade.


Members of the Hiratsuka delegation walk in the Sesquicentennial parade on Mass. St. Saturday, September 18 celebrating the 150th anniversary of Lawrence. The delegation wore happy coats-short, bright, kimonos reserved for celebrations. (Pictures courtesy of Pat Graham)


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