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1897 Chinese Bible from Church in Chinatown, Cumberland B.C.
This bible is from the Church that once stood in Chinatown, Cumberland B.C.
1950’s Copy of “The East” Chinese Magazine from Hong Kong
This magazine is Issue 290 of the 7th year. There is an ad for Calgan dental cream on the back cover.
The East
1965 Chinese Calendar from Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce
This is a 1965 calendar from the Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce.
Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce
The first bill’s serial number is: #014836. The second bill’s serial number is: #014837.
2 Envelopes and 1 Letter from Hong Kong to Cumberland B.C.
Envelope (B) is from Hong Kong and addressed to Hwang Je-Syen from Hwang Ren-II; letter (A) stating that the sender received money from Je-Syen and that “Your family is fine, so don’t worry about it.”; envelope C is addressed to “Sing Shun & C...
Wing Shing
27 th Year Gold Loan of The Republic of China
The 27th year (1938) gold loan of the Republic of China.
The Republic of China
Bank of Montreal Cheque from 1917 Victoria B.C.
This cheque is from the Bank of Montreal; Cheque No. 18277; $1000; "on demand pay to: Wing Hong Chong; from Victoria B.C.; some writing on the back.
Bank of Montreal
Book Teaching Confucian Ideology to Youth
This book was used to teach Confucian ideology to the youth.
The writing inside of the book reads “add, subtract, divide, multiply.”
Translated it reads: "whatever you do please give others a chance then the world will be a happy place."
Calligraphy Scroll Commemorating Romance Between Two Lovers by Artist Dai Hong Tzu
This set commemorates the romance between 2 lovers; it was likely given as a wedding gift.
Dai Hong Tzu
Calligraphy Scroll Commemorating Romance Between Two Lovers by Artist Dai Hong Tzu
This set commemorates the romance between 2 lovers; it was likely given as a wedding gift
Dai Hong Tzu
Calligraphy Scroll by Artist Dai Hong Tzu
The set commemorates the romance between 2 lovers, it was Likely given as a wedding gift.
Dai Hong Tzu
Calligraphy Scroll for a New Business by Artist Lu Wei Qing
This scroll would be hung on the right side of a doorway; it was created as a celebration for the opening of a new business and was meant to bring good luck.
Lu Wei Qing
Calligraphy Scroll for a New Business by Artist Lu Wei Qing
This scroll would hang on the right side of a doorway; it was created as a celebration for the opening of a new business and was meant to bring good luck.
Lu Wei Oing
Calligraphy Scroll for a New Business, Commissioned by Man Li
This scroll was commissioned by Man Li.
Man Li
The poem translates to: "always be kind and hospitable. It lays a good foundation for your heirs in the future."
The paper is representing cloth; This kind of ceremonial paper is still used in ceremonies today. A-F shown in photo.
Ceremonial Paper used on Birthdays of the Deceased
These papers are only used on the birthday of someone who is deceased. The symbols mean “Longevity, and double happiness.”
Children’s Practice Reading Book
This is a Chinese reader for children learning to read.; the book has no specific story. A translation of a chapter is included.
Children’s Practice Reading Book with Illustrations
This book was used to help children practice reading Chinese; the book has no specific story.