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Washington, D.C. International student assembly. Dr. Hu Shih, the Chinese ambassador, receiving a delegation of students at the Chinese embassy

Washington, D.C. International student assembly. Dr. Hu Shih, the Chin...

Title and other information from print in lot. Transfer; United States. Office of War Information. Overseas Picture Division. Washington Division; 1944. More information about the FSA/OWI Collection is availabl... More

Press conference with General Chu Shih-Ming. On the fifth anniversary of the Chinese-Japanese War, Major General Chu Shih-Ming, Military Attache of the Chinese Embassy in Washington, D.C., held a press conference. He emphasized the Chinese commandos' contribution in the war, discussed the international situation

Press conference with General Chu Shih-Ming. On the fifth anniversary ...

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Chinese relief. Left to right: Mr. Lu, conselor to the Chinese Embassy; Donald M. Kidston; S. Loyle Belsley; and Donald M. Nelson

Chinese relief. Left to right: Mr. Lu, conselor to the Chinese Embassy...

Actual size of negative is C (approximately 4 x 5 inches). Title and other information from caption card. Transfer; United States. Office of War Information. Overseas Picture Division. Washington Division; 1944... More

First Chinese seamen granted shore leave in wartime America. Chinese seamen on United Nations' vessels may now obtain shore leave in American ports. Heretofore, because of the large number of desertions by Chinese crew members, alien seamen of Chinese nationality have been detained on board when their ships touched American ports. As a result of conferences between representatives of the Chinese Embassy, the Recruitment and Manning Organization of War Shipping Administration, and the Immigration and Naturalization Service of the Department of Justice, Chinese seamen may now be granted shore leave if guarantees are given that they will not desert. Lee Ah Ding, Chinese seaman from the crew of a British cargo boat, is shown outside the gates of the dock getting his first glimpse of wartime America from the inside

First Chinese seamen granted shore leave in wartime America. Chinese s...

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At party to Chinese Minister of Finance. Washington D.C. July 1. Dr. Rokuichiro Masujima, (left) Internationally famous Japanese lawyer, and Japanese Ambassador Hirosi Saito. Arriving at the Chinese Embassy for the reception in honor of Dr. H.H. Kung, China's Finance Minister. Note Dr. Masujima's native dress while the Ambassador is garbed in the latest of American fashion. 7/1/37

At party to Chinese Minister of Finance. Washington D.C. July 1. Dr. R...

A man in a white suit and a man in a black and white photo. Public domain portrait photograph, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

First Chinese seamen granted shore leave in wartime America. Chinese seamen on United Nations' vessels may now obtain shore leave in American ports. Heretofore, because of the large number of desertions by Chinese crew members, alien seamen of Chinese nationality have been detained on board when their ships touched American ports. As a result of conferences between representatives of the Chinese Embassy, the Recruitment and Manning Organization of War Shipping Administration, and the Immigration and Naturalization Service of the Department of Justice, Chinese seamen may now be granted shore leave if guarantees are given that they will not desert. After delivering the captain's laundry, this Chinese messboy aboard a British vessel will have his first visit in New York. He is one of a number of Chinese seamen who were recently permitted shore leave for the first time in the United States under wartime conditions

First Chinese seamen granted shore leave in wartime America. Chinese s...

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The next reception of the Chinese Embassy. The Washington hog will not take them by surprise again

The next reception of the Chinese Embassy. The Washington hog will not...

Satire on ill manners of Washingtonians showing guests at a social reception looking in dismay as Chinese hosts prepare tough and pig sty for thier food.

First Chinese seamen granted shore leave in wartime America. Chinese seamen on United Nations' vessels may now obtain shore leave in American ports. Heretofore, because of the large number of desertions by Chinese crew members, alien seamen of Chinese nationality have been detained on board when their ships touched American ports. As a result of conferences between representatives of the Chinese Embassy, the Recruitment and Manning Organization of War Shipping Administration, and the Immigration and Naturalization Service of the Department of Justice, Chinese seamen may now be granted shore leave if guarantees are given that they will not desert. Chinese Counsul General Lee (holding hat) greeting one of his countrymen from the crew of a British vessel in New York. Lee met the men on arrival and explained the rules under which, for the first time in warring America, they were permitted ashore during their ship's stay in port

First Chinese seamen granted shore leave in wartime America. Chinese s...

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Washington, D.C. International student assembly. Mr. and Mrs. C.W. Yin (second secretary to the Chinese embassy) greeting student in the garden of the Chinese embassy

Washington, D.C. International student assembly. Mr. and Mrs. C.W. Yin...

Title and other information from caption card. Transfer; United States. Office of War Information. Overseas Picture Division. Washington Division; 1944. More information about the FSA/OWI Collection is availabl... More

Washington, D.C. International student assembly. Mr. and Mrs. C.W. Yin (second secretary to the Chinese embassy) greeting student in the garden of the Chinese embassy

Washington, D.C. International student assembly. Mr. and Mrs. C.W. Yin...

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Art plus diplomacy. Washington, D.C., May 13. Miss Virginia Chang, star of the Chinese Cultural Theater, yesterday changed her role of Queen to the role of bride. She was married in the beautiful Gardens of Twin Oaks, the Chinese Embassy, to Kien-Wen Yu, second secretary of the embassy. The simple Chinese ceremony culminated a whirlwind romance and was performed by Chinese ambassador, Dr. Hu Shih. Left to right: Chinese ambassador Dr. Hu Shih, the bride, and Kien-Wen Yu

Art plus diplomacy. Washington, D.C., May 13. Miss Virginia Chang, sta...

A black and white photo of a bride and groom, Library of Congress Harris and Ewing collection Title from unverified caption data received with the Harris & Ewing Collection. Gift; Harris & Ewing, Inc. 1955. Ge... More

First Chinese seamen granted shore leave in wartime America. Chinese seamen on United Nations' vessels may now obtain shore leave in American ports. Heretofore, because of the large number of desertions by Chinese crew members, alien seamen of Chinese nationality have been detained on board when their ships touched American ports. As a result of conferences between representatives of the Chinese Embassy, the Recruitment and Manning Organization of War Shipping Administration, and the Immigration and Naturalization Service of the Department of Justice, Chinese seamen may now be granted shore leave if guarantees are given that they will not desert. Chinese messboy leaving a British ship for his first visit ashore to see his countrymen in America

First Chinese seamen granted shore leave in wartime America. Chinese s...

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Art plus diplomacy. Washington, D.C., May 13. Miss Virginia Chang, star of the Chinese Cultural Theater, yesterday changed her role of Queen to the role of bride. She was married in the beautiful Gardens of Twin Oaks, the Chinese Embassy, to Kien-Wen Yu, second secretary of the embassy. The simple Chinese ceremony culminated a whirlwind romance and was performed by Chinese ambassador, Dr. Hu Shih. Left to right: Chinese ambassador Dr. Hu Shih, the bride, and Kien-Wen Yu

Art plus diplomacy. Washington, D.C., May 13. Miss Virginia Chang, sta...

A black and white photo of a wedding party. Public domain portrait photograph, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

At party to Chinese Minister of Finance. Washington D.C. July 1. Dr. Rokuichiro Masujima, (left) Internationally famous Japanese lawyer, and Japanese Ambassador Hirosi Saito. Arriving at the Chinese Embassy for the reception in honor of Dr. H.H. Kung, China's Finance Minister. Note Dr. Masujima's native dress while the Ambassador is garbed in the latest of American fashion. 7137

At party to Chinese Minister of Finance. Washington D.C. July 1. Dr. R...

A man in a white suit and a man in a black and white photo, Library of Congress Harris and Ewing collection Title from unverified caption data received with the Harris & Ewing Collection. Gift; Harris & Ewing,... More

Washington, D.C. International student assembly. Dr. Liu Chieh, minister counselor of the Chinese embassy, speaking with Miss S.Y. Wang

Washington, D.C. International student assembly. Dr. Liu Chieh, minist...

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First Chinese seamen granted shore leave in wartime America. Chinese seamen on United Nations' vessels may now obtain shore leave in American ports. Heretofore, because of the large number of desertions by Chinese crew members, alien seamen of Chinese nationality have been detained on board when their ships touched American ports. As a result of conferences between representatives of the Chinese Embassy, the Recruitment and Manning Organization of War Shipping Administration, and the Immigration and Naturalization Service of the Department of Justice, Chinese seamen may now be granted shore leave if guarantees are given that they will not desert. East meets West. Left to right: Coast Guardsman Vincent Pope, Bronx, New York; Coast Guardsman George Gilpin, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; Lee Ah Ding and Yee Chee Ching, Chinese seamen from a British freighter, meet at South Ferry, New York City. Lee and Yee are two of the first Chinese granted shore leave in an American port since this country entered the war

First Chinese seamen granted shore leave in wartime America. Chinese s...

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First Chinese seamen granted shore leave in wartime America. Chinese seamen on United Nations' vessels may now obtain shore leave in American ports. Heretofore, because of the large number of desertions by Chinese crew members, alien seamen of Chinese nationality have been detained on board when their ships touched American ports. As a result of conferences between representatives of the Chinese Embassy, the Recruitment and Manning Organization of War Shipping Administration, and the Immigration and Naturalization Service of the Department of Justice, Chinese seamen may now be granted shore leave if guarantees are given that they will not desert. Chinese Counsul General Lee (left) greets a Chinese seaman of the crew of a British freighter in New York. Lee met the men on arrival and explained the rules under which, for the first time in warring America, they were permitted ashore during their ship's stay in port

First Chinese seamen granted shore leave in wartime America. Chinese s...

Public domain photograph related to Great Depression, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

First Chinese seamen granted shore leave in wartime America. Chinese seamen on United Nations' vessels may now obtain shore leave in American ports. Heretofore, because of the large number of desertions by Chinese crew members, alien seamen of Chinese nationality have been detained on board when their ships touched American ports. As a result of conferences between representatives of the Chinese Embassy, the Recruitment and Manning Organization of War Shipping Administration, and the Immigration and Naturalization Service of the Department of Justice, Chinese seamen may now be granted shore leave if guarantees are given that they will not desert. Lee Ah Ding (left), engine crew member of a British vessel, and Yee Chee Ching, seaman, start down the gangway to visit New York after their officer (rear) told them they might go ashore. Previously, terms of the new agreement were explained to them, and customs and other formalities were straightened out

First Chinese seamen granted shore leave in wartime America. Chinese s...

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[...]Y., Lieut. Sec. Chinese Embassy, 3/10/38

[...]Y., Lieut. Sec. Chinese Embassy, 3/10/38

A group of people standing next to each other. Public domain portrait photograph, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

Washington, D.C. International student assembly. Dr. Liu Chieh, minister counselor of the Chinese embassy, speaking with Miss S.Y. Wang

Washington, D.C. International student assembly. Dr. Liu Chieh, minist...

Title and other information from caption card. Transfer; United States. Office of War Information. Overseas Picture Division. Washington Division; 1944. More information about the FSA/OWI Collection is availabl... More

Press conference with General Chu Shih-Ming. On the fifth anniversary of the Chinese-Japanese War, Major General Chu Shih-Ming, Military Attache of the Chinese Embassy in Washington, D.C., held a press conference. He emphasized the Chinese commandos' contribution in the war, discussed the international situation

Press conference with General Chu Shih-Ming. On the fifth anniversary ...

Picryl description: Public domain historical photo of Washington DC during the First World War, free to use, no copyright restrictions image.

Washington, D.C. International student assembly. Paul Lwi-Uen, a student at the University of Michigan; Gioh Fang, DJU, Chungking, China; Raymond Chin, at the Chinese embassy

Washington, D.C. International student assembly. Paul Lwi-Uen, a stude...

Title and other information from caption card. Transfer; United States. Office of War Information. Overseas Picture Division. Washington Division; 1944. More information about the FSA/OWI Collection is availabl... More

First Chinese seamen granted shore leave in wartime America. Chinese seamen on United Nations' vessels may now obtain shore leave in American ports. Heretofore, because of the large number of desertions by Chinese crew members, alien seamen of Chinese nationality have been detained on board when their ships touched American ports. As a result of conferences between representatives of the Chinese Embassy, the Recruitment and Manning Organization of War Shipping Administration, and the Immigration and Naturalization Service of the Department of Justice, Chinese seamen may now be granted shore leave if guarantees are given that they will not desert. Lee Ah Ding (left) and Yee Chee Ching, Chinese seamen from a British freighter, try typical American food for the first time. Yee took a hot dog in stride, but Lee refused to have anything to do with this strange foreign food. He did, however, drink a Coke with relish

First Chinese seamen granted shore leave in wartime America. Chinese s...

Picryl description: Public domain photograph of worker, marketplace, vendor, 1930s, Great Depression, economic conditions, free to use, no copyright restrictions.

Press conference with General Chu Shih-Ming. On the fifth anniversary of the Chinese-Japanese War, Major General Chu Shih-Ming, Military Attache of the Chinese Embassy in Washington, D.C., held a press conference. He emphasized the Chinese commandos' contribution in the war, discussed the international situation

Press conference with General Chu Shih-Ming. On the fifth anniversary ...

Picryl description: Public domain historical photo of Washington DC during the First World War, free to use, no copyright restrictions image.

First Chinese seamen granted shore leave in wartime America. Chinese seamen on United Nations' vessels may now obtain shore leave in American ports. Heretofore, because of the large number of desertions by Chinese crew members, alien seamen of Chinese nationality have been detained on board when their ships touched American ports. As a result of conferences between representatives of the Chinese Embassy, the Recruitment and Manning Organization of War Shipping Administration, and the Immigration and Naturalization Service of the Department of Justice, Chinese seamen may now be granted shore leave if guarantees are given that they will not desert. Lee Ah Ding (left) and Yee Chee Ching, Chinese seamen from a British freighter, try typical American food for the first time. Yee took a hot dog in stride, but Lee refused to have anything to do with this strange foreign food. He did, however, drink a Coke with relish

First Chinese seamen granted shore leave in wartime America. Chinese s...

Picryl description: Public domain photograph of worker, marketplace, vendor, 1930s, Great Depression, economic conditions, free to use, no copyright restrictions.

A man sitting on a couch reading a book. Office of War Information Photograph

A man sitting on a couch reading a book. Office of War Information Pho...

Actual size of negative is E (approximately 2 1/4 x 2 1/4 inches). Title and other information from caption card. Transfer; United States. Office of War Information. Overseas Picture Division. Washington Divisi... More

...Y., Lieut. Sec. Chinese Embassy, 31038

...Y., Lieut. Sec. Chinese Embassy, 31038

A group of people standing next to each other, Library of Congress Harris and Ewing collection Title from unverified caption data received with the Harris & Ewing Collection. Gift; Harris & Ewing, Inc. 1955. G... More

White House reception for diplomats. Washington, D.C., Dec. 16. The Japanese and the Chinese Ambassadors met face to face tonight in the presence of President Roosevelt, the meeting, which under normal circumstances would be stiff and formal, was held at the White House State Reception for the Diplomatic Corps. Ambassador Dr. Chenting T. Wang, Ambassador from China is shown with his three daughters as they left the Chinese Embassy for the White House, left to right: Yoeh E. Wang, The Ambassador, An-fu Wang, and an Hsiu, 12/16/37

White House reception for diplomats. Washington, D.C., Dec. 16. The Ja...

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Chinese relief. Left to right: Mr. Lu, conselor to the Chinese Embassy; Donald M. Kidston; S. Loyle Belsley; and Donald M. Nelson

Chinese relief. Left to right: Mr. Lu, conselor to the Chinese Embassy...

Picryl description: Public domain image of a political campaign, politician, meeting, 1930s, mid-20th-century United States, free to use, no copyright restrictions.

A group of men standing around each other. Office of War Information Photograph

A group of men standing around each other. Office of War Information P...

Actual size of negative is E (approximately 2 1/4 x 2 1/4 inches). Title and other information from caption card. Transfer; United States. Office of War Information. Overseas Picture Division. Washington Divisi... More

The Chinese embassy: Mr. Deschamps, Chih Kang, Mr. Anson Burlingame, Sun Chia Ku, Mr. John McLeavy Brown and interpreters

The Chinese embassy: Mr. Deschamps, Chih Kang, Mr. Anson Burlingame, S...

Group portrait of diplomats from China with Minister Anson Burlingame and others. Wood engraving from Harpers New Monthly magazine, 1868 Oct. Reference copy may be available in LOT 7008. This record contains un... More

Noted Japanese lawyer. Washington, D.C., July 1. Dr. Rokuichiro Masujima, internationally famous lawyer and legal advisor to the Japanese Ambassador to London, snapped at the party last night in honor of Dr. H.H. Kung, Chinese Finance Minister, at the Chinese Embassy, 7/1/37

Noted Japanese lawyer. Washington, D.C., July 1. Dr. Rokuichiro Masuji...

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PMG Farley receives official of China Post Office Confederation. Washington, D.C., April 14. PMG Farley probably was telling on of his stock campaign jokes to Chi Hsueh Fan, official of the National Post Office Confederation of China, as this picture was made. Farley received the official today with Pei Yuan Ho, (standing) first Secretary of the Chinese Embassy, 4/14/1937

PMG Farley receives official of China Post Office Confederation. Washi...

A group of men sitting around a table. Public domain portrait photograph, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

A black and white photo of a man sitting on a couch. Office of War Information Photograph

A black and white photo of a man sitting on a couch. Office of War Inf...

Actual size of negative is E (approximately 2 1/4 x 2 1/4 inches). Title and other information from caption card. Transfer; United States. Office of War Information. Overseas Picture Division. Washington Divisi... More

Washington, D.C. International student assembly. Dr. Hu Shih, Chinese ambassador, talking with Miss Shih-Yung Wang in the reception room of the Chinese embassy

Washington, D.C. International student assembly. Dr. Hu Shih, Chinese ...

Title and other information from print in lot. Transfer; United States. Office of War Information. Overseas Picture Division. Washington Division; 1944. More information about the FSA/OWI Collection is availabl... More

Washington, D.C. International student assembly. Dr. Hu Shih, Chinese ambassador, talking with Miss Shih-Yung Wang in the reception room of the Chinese embassy

Washington, D.C. International student assembly. Dr. Hu Shih, Chinese ...

Title and other information from caption card. Transfer; United States. Office of War Information. Overseas Picture Division. Washington Division; 1944. More information about the FSA/OWI Collection is availabl... More

First Chinese seamen granted shore leave in wartime America. Chinese seamen on United Nations' vessels may now obtain shore leave in American ports. Heretofore, because of the large number of desertions by Chinese crew members, alien seamen of Chinese nationality have been detained on board when their ships touched American ports. As a result of conferences between representatives of the Chinese Embassy, the Recruitment and Manning Organization of War Shipping Administration, and the Immigration and Naturalization Service of the Department of Justice, Chinese seamen may now be granted shore leave if guarantees are given that they will not desert. East meets West. Left to right: Coast Guardsman Vincent Pope, Bronx, New York; Coast Guardsman George Gilpin, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; Lee Ah Ding and Yee Chee Ching, Chinese seamen from a British freighter, meet at South Ferry, New York City. Lee and Yee are two of the first Chinese granted shore leave in an American port since this country entered the war

First Chinese seamen granted shore leave in wartime America. Chinese s...

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