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Churchill T.M. Chiu papers, 1930-1960 (bulk 1930-1935).
BANC MSS 2004/228 cLOCAL
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Title:

Churchill T.M. Chiu papers, 1930-1960 (bulk 1930-1935)

Creator/Contributor:

Chiu, Churchill T., creator

Abstract:

Contains correspondence, an essay, receipts, calling cards and photographs. Correspondence discusses obscenity laws, speaking with Chinese prisoners in San Quentin and activities with Fairmont Lodge in San Francisco. Essay is on the origin of chop suey. Receipts are for Chinese language newspapers.

Date:

1930 (issued)

Subject:

Chiu, Churchill T -- Archives
California State Prison at San Quentin.
Chinese -- Food
Chinese -- California
Obscenity (Law) -- California

Note:

Contains black and white photographs of unidentified people and places.
In English with some Chinese.

Type:

Visiting cards.
Photographs.

Physical Description:

print
1 v. ; 33 cm.

Language:

English
Chinese

Identifier:

BANC MSS 2004/228 cLOCAL

Origin:

California