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Aerial view of New Chinatown
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Lion dance at West Gate, New Chinatown
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Grand opening of New Chinatown
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Image of a band playing in front of the West Gate of New Chinatown during the dedication and grand opening. There is a stage set up under the gate, where Peter SooHoo is standing at the microphone. Also on the stage are Los Angeles Mayor Frank Shaw, California Governor Frank F. Merriam, Princess Der Ling, Anna May Wong, and Mr. T.K. Chang, of the Chinese Council.
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Historical sign, Chinatown
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New Chinatown on Broadway - Grand opening
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Image of a band playing in front of the West Gate of New Chinatown during the dedication and grand opening.Printed in the lower corner of the card: New Chinatown on Broadway - / Grand opening. Governor Frank / F. Merriam officiating after / unvailing [unveiling] Plaque on West Gate. Los Angeles / June 25 1938 / 1896-C / Quillen.
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Draft of New Chinatown opening speech
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Draft of the speech given by Peter SooHoo at the opening of New Chinatown on June 25, 1938.
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