Letter from Gobind Behari Lal to Godha Ram Channon
Letter from Gobind Behari Lal to Godha Ram Channon dated October 21, 1949. Lal includes suggestions for Channon’s draft of his speech honoring Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru’s inaugural visit to the U.S. Lal urges Channon to emphasize the American role in supporting the cause for Indian independence.
Postcard from Godha Ram Channon
Invitation from Godha Ram Channon to upcoming meeting of the Reception Committee (to welcome Jawaharlal Nehru to San Francisco) at the offices of the Consulate General of India.
Letter from Jose Y. Seminario to Godha Ram Channon
Letter from Jose Y. Seminario, Consulate General of Ecuador, to Godha Ram Channon dated October 22, 1928. The contents of the letter pertain to Channon’s rice imports from Quito.
Uday Shankar and his Hindu Ballet
Program for “Uday Shankar and his Hindu Ballet,” presented at the San Francisco Opera House on February 5, 1950. The program began with a puja and included a number of dances, skits, and musical interludes. Shankar was a pioneer in the field of dance and created a unique fusion between classical Indian dance and European ballet, which was likely on display at this event.
Uday Shankar and his Hindu Ballet
Flyer for “Uday Shankar and his Hindu Ballet,” presented at the San Francisco Opera House on February 5, 1950 (though the original date, crossed out with a pen, reads January 24).
Certificates & Testimonials of H.C. Mittal
Compilation of recommendation letters for Harish C. Mittal, who earned a Certificate of Proficiency in Engineering Science from the University of Glasgow, 1934.
Uday Shankar's Project for an Art Centre in India
Publication entitled "Uday Shankar's Project for an Art Centre in India", opening with an introductory letter written by Rabindranath Tagore. The cover features several handwritten signatures, including that of Uday Shankar himself.
"Exotic Presentations of Hindu Dances with Native Accompaniment"
Brochure describing the dances of Indian dancers, Bhupesh Guha and Shushila.
"Beginners and Advance Classes in Hindu Dances"
Flyer advertising “Beginners and Advance Classes in Hindu Classes” every Saturday at 2 PM starting August 26, 1950.
India: Town Hall Adventure Series
Flyer advertising Town Hall Adventure Series lecture on India by Dick Dickason, October 17, either 1947 or 1952.
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