"First Hindu Woman Here Studying Medicine Is a Brilliant Student"
Photograph in a newspaper of Premala Shahane of Maharashtra, student at the Woman’s Medical College of Pennsylvania, circa 1928-29. The caption indicates that Shahane's first name is 'Pamela', though elsewhere she is identified as 'Premala'. The caption also incorrectly states that Shahane was the first "Hindu Woman" at the Woman's Medical College of Pennsylvania.
South Asian Gay and Lesbian Group Marches for India
Clipping from the New York Times entitled "South Asian Gay and Lesbian Group Marches for India," circa 1994. The article describes members of SALGA marching in the 14th annual India Day Parade alongside members of Sakhi for South Asian Women, after having been barred from joining by the parade's organizers.
Sonia Ahluwalia Wins Glamorous "Miss L.A. INDIA" Beauty Contest
Clipping from the December 1, 1989 issue of L.A. India entitled "Sonia Ahluwalia Wins Glamorous 'Miss L.A. INDIA' Beauty Contest." Depicts Sonia Ahluwalia being crowned as Miss L.A. India on November 25th of that year. Article includes a mention of Dr. Amarjit Marwah, chairman of the Los Angeles Cultural Commission, who announced a special presentation at City Hall for the winner.
Commissioner May Not Meet Residency Requirements
Clipping from the January 16, 1990 issue of the Los Angeles Times entitled "Commissioner May Not Meet Residency Requirements." Article discusses the debate over whether Dr. Amarjit Marwah, chairman of the Los Angeles Cultural Commission, met the residency requirements for city commissioners.
Bradley Seeks Legal Opinion on Cultural Panelist's Residency
Clipping from the January 17, 1990 issue of the Los Angeles Times entitled " Bradley Seeks Legal Opinion on Cultural Panelist's Residency." Article discusses the debate over whether Dr.
Church Building Toured to See If It's a Landmark
Clipping from the February 1, 1990 issue of the Los Angeles Times entitled "Church Building Toured to See If It's a Landmark." Article states that Dr. Amarjit Marwah, chairman of the Los Angeles Cultural Commission, and other officials toured the former Valley Music Theatre to determine whether it qualified as a historic landmark.
A.S. Marwah
Clipping from the Bharat Jyoti dated October 2, 1960 and entitled "Spotlight: A. S. Marwah." Gives a brief biography of Dr. Amarjit Marwah, including his dental degrees, his placement as a lecturer at the University of Illinois, and his work for the United States Public Health Services.
"Indian Dentist's Research"
Newspaper clipping from the Sunday Standard's "Around the Town" section by Ralph Mendonca, entitled "Indian Dentist's Research" and dated September 25, 1960. Article discusses Dr. Amarjit Marwah's dentistry career and his mission in India for the United States Public Health Service.
"The Punjabi Abroad: A Profile in Benevolence"
Newspaper clipping from the Sunday Tribune by J.R. Luthra, entitled "The Punjabi Abroad: A Profile in Benevolence" and dated April 4, 1976. Article discusses Dr. Amarjit Marwah's philanthropy, career, and presidency of the Coordinating Council of Indian Associations, as well as a state dinner held in his honor by the Punjab government in India.
"$100,000 India Centre for L.A.?"
Clipping from the March 1974 issue of the Free Frank Fearless Guide for East-West Friendship Bi-Weekly, entitled "$100,000 India Centre for L.A.?" Article discusses Dr. Amarjit Marwah's plan to work with the Coordinating Council of Indian Associations to build an "India Centre" in Los Angeles, using his friendship with Ravi Shankar to help fundraise.