UC Hears Liaquat Ali
Newspaper clipping from the San Francisco Chronicle entitled “UC Hears Liaquat Ali.” The article documents a speech given by Pakistani Prime Minister Liaquat Ali Khan at the University of California - Berkeley in May of 1950. Khan spoke to 2500 students in UC’s Greek Theatre and warned his audience that “only those who make war can primarily maintain peace.”
"The Begum Goes Shopping"
Article from an unknown newspaper (likely San Francisco-based) entitled "The Begum Goes Shopping,” detailing a shopping trip taken by Begum Ra'ana Liaquat Ali Khan, wife of Pakistani Prime Minister Liaquat Ali Khan (and later governor of Sindh herself), during a 1950 visit to California.
Christmas Card from Har Dayal
Christmas card from Har Dayal to unknown sender (likely Godha Ram Channon). The card is dated 1934 and is signed “your affectionate friend.”
"Hindu Temple, Livermore"
An excerpt from the June 15, 1984 issue of India Abroad announcing the start of construction on a new Hindu temple in Livermore, CA. The report includes a construction timeline, a map, and a list of planned religious and cultural programs. The project is sponsored by the Hindu Community and Cultural Center, Inc.
"Women Painters Will Hold East Indian Art Fete Today"
Newspaper clipping from the Los Angeles Times entitled "Women Painters Will Hold East Indian Art Fete Today." The article details a luncheon at the Assistance League gallery in Los Angeles wherein Elizabeth Sass Brunner and her daughter Elizabeth Brunner (Hungarian artists whose work was on display at the gallery) would host Indian dancer and poet Uday Shankar (here referred to as “Shan-Kar
"Map Showing Routes And Markets To Be Contacted"
Map of the continental United States with the caption "Map Showing Routes And Markets To Be Contacted," found in the papers of Godha Ram Channon. A route is plotted beginning in San Francisco and continuing to Kansas City, St. Louis, Chicago, Toledo, Cleveland, Buffalo, Albany, Boston, New York, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Columbus, Indianapolis, and Louisville.
Godha Ram Channon Reception Invitation
Invitation for a reception held in 1952 in honor of Godha Ram Channon, intended to see him off on his first trip to India for nearly 40 years. The reception was held at 1830 Sutter Street in San Francisco (the site of the Japanese YWCA) and organized by Rama Murphy, along with a committee that included K.L. Dixit and Mrs. Ram Chandra.
"In Loving Memory of Mrs. Kala Bagai Chandra"
A program announcing memorial services for Kala Bagai Chandra, set for October 11, 1983. The document eulogizes her as one of the first Indian women to enter the United States (in 1915), and lists off many of her relatives. Per the program, the service was followed by a dinner in her honor, held at the headquarters of the Greater Los Angeles Press Club.
Maya Devi Birth Announcement
Birth announcement for Maya Devi, daughter of Rita Vrat Charles and Dr. Alan Shifman Charles, on July 27, 1977. The document includes Devi’s birth weight and size, and is written by Ravi Evan.
Postcard
Postcard found in the papers of Godha Ram Channon. There is a signature or caption at the bottom which is difficult to decipher, but no other inscription is present.