Contents

• President's Message
• Record-Breaking Turnout at the Third Annual Historymaker Awards
• The Chinese American Museum Salutes the Historymakers of 1999!
• New Traveling Exhibit: Chinese Americans in the San Gabriel Valley
• Message of Appreciation to the Banquet Volunteers
• California's Chinese Heritage: A Legacy of Places
• Update on the Chinese American Museum Site
• Barbara Jean Wong Lee, Asian American Media Trailblazer and Community Activist Passes Away
• FCAM Board Takes "Behind the Scenes" Tour of Autry Museum
• Spring 1999 Intern: Floridia Cheung
• What's New at the Museum!
• Chinese New Year Banquet
• Museum Donors (November 1998 - October 1999)
• Friends of the Chinese American Museum Membership Form
• Chinese Article About CAM
• Board of Directors and Newsletter Staff

It is easy to recall my own history. I was born just before the U.S. joined World War II. As a baby, I didn’t know what the war was about. But I started school just after the war finished, and I remember how joyful it was to be a child in the '40s and '50s. The 1960s led me to college, the army, and law school. The '70s revolved around the practice of law, raising a family, and working in the community. And since 1982, I have been a judge. What a wonderful life it has been!

Going back a step further, I think about my parents and grandparents. They were born in a little village in Toisan, China, where the entire village consisted of members of the Lew clan. They would live their entire lives there—happy as farmers. The village still exists, having changed little over the generations, with a population of approximately 300. At age 14, my father came to America to work, as did his three brothers at the same age. Chinese people in America endured many hardships, including repressive laws like the Alien Exclusion Act, which precluded Chinese women from entering the U.S. The men therefore returned to China frequently—to get married, have children, and visit the family. My father did the same. In the late ‘30s, my mother and eldest brother rejoined my father in the U.S. and my parents had eight more children. They persevered, and made a wonderful life for themselves and their family.

My personal story is similar to those of other Chinese American families. We may have come to America at different times in our history, but there is a common thread in our past—hardship, struggle, perseverence, success, happiness, and a wonderful life in America.

It is this nostalgia for our past that has led me to work so diligently to open the CAM. It is imperative that the present generation preserve our past for future generations. We must be proud of our heritage and share it with our children and everyone in the United States. Our participation in and contributions to the greatness of the U.S. must be acknowledged and preserved.

It is heartening to see that I am not alone in this vision. El Pueblo de Los Angeles Historical Monument, the FCAM board of directors, museum staff, volunteers, sponsors, donors, and all those who have attended our Historymaker banquets have demonstrated the same vision and commitment. With our sustained drive, the Museum will open on time.

As this millennium draws to a close, let me wish everyone a Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays, a Very Happy New Year, and a Happy New Millennium!

Yours truly,
Ronald S. W. Lew

The CAM honored four historymakers on September 11, 1999. From L to R: Honoree Michelle Kwan, honoree Charles Sie, FCAM president Ronald Lew, Cindy Fong who represented honoree Friends of the Chinatown Library, and Deron Quon who represented his grandfather, honoree Albert Quon.

More than 700 supporters attended the Third Annual Historymaker Awards, which took place on September 11, 1999 at downtown LA's Westin Bonaventure Hotel. The turnout this year was a record breaker over both the 1998 and 1997 banquets, which attracted 460 and 500 guests respectively. This year's Historymaker Awards has elevated our Museum's image, FCAM boardmember Julia Keh explained, We have received a great number of positive responses regarding the banquet, and many individuals and organizations have already pledged their continued support to the Museum.

The Third Annual Historymaker Awards took place in the California Ballroom of LA’s Westin Bonaventure Hotel on September 11, 1999.

One of the individuals who pledged support was the Hon. Antonio Villaraigosa, Speaker of the State Assembly, who said, As long as I'm Speaker, the State of California will invest in the Museum in the future. Assemblymembers Robert Pacheco and George Nakano were also among the dignitaries who attended the awards banquet in support of the Museum.

Assemblymember Gilbert Cedillo, represented by Senior Field Representative Mel Ilomin (L), Assemblymember George Nakano (C), and Speaker of the State Assembly Antonio Villaraigosa (R) were honored for helping to obtain the $500,000 state grant for the CAM.

Mr. Kenjohn (L) and Mrs. Jackie Wang (C) contributed $50,000 to the Chinese American Museum at this year’s fundraiser gala.

This year, the CAM presented Historymaker awards to Albert Quon, Michelle Kwan, Dr. Charles Sie, and the Friends of the Chinatown Library. Annually since 1997, the Museum has presented Historymaker awards to individuals and organizations that have made historically significant contributions toward the growth, vitality, and prominence of the Chinese American community in Southern California.

Historymaker Albert Quon (2nd from R) was honored for "outstanding achievement in business.”

Olympic medalist Michelle Kwan (C) and MCs Frank Kwan (L) and Annie Cho (R) helped to make the banquet a memorable CAM event.

Hosted by media luminaries Frank Kwan and Annie Cho, the 1999 awards banquet began with a V.I.P. reception. The program included recognition of major donors, honoring of elected officials, a video presentation, and a benefit dance that capped off the very full evening. Entertainment consisted of a band performance by the Sonic Fonics, a p'i-p'a solo by instrumentalist Barbie Chien, and a classical Chinese dance presentation by the Angelic Youth Dance Company.

The success of this year's Historymaker Awards was largely due to the leadership of banquet committee chair Betty Wong Oyama and numerous dedicated Museum volunteers. El Pueblo staff, banquet consultant Naomi Wong of Lang and Murakawa, and banquet co-chairs Dr. Pedro Chan, Julia Keh, Dr. Munson Kwok, and Chi Mui also played important roles in organizing and staffing the Third Annual Historymaker Awards.

Sherie Yang
Editor

In 1931, Albert Quon established Quon-Quon, Inc., an import-export company that provided baskets, ceramics, and gift items to national chain and department stores. At a time when Asians were discriminated against in the work place, Quon-Quon, Inc. extended store credit to Chinatown merchants and hired many local Chinese Americans.

As a pioneer importer in Los Angeles, Albert Quon is a member of the USC Business Hall of Fame. He was also the first Asian American member of the LA Rotary Number 5 and of the Board of the Los Angeles Chamber of Commerce. He established the Albert T. Quon Scholarship at USC, which grants financial aid to over a dozen Asian students annually.

Michelle Kwan
The Chinese American Museum honored Michelle Kwan with an award for outstanding achievement in sports. Ms. Kwan's skating brilliance has earned her more titles and accolades than any other skaters in the world. She first captured our hearts as the thirteen-year-old alternate at the 1994 World and National Championships. Four years later, she won a silver medal at the 1998 Olympic Games. It is her combination of artistry, athleticism, and grace that set her apart from all of the other performers.

Michelle began her career at age five and won her first competition at age seven. In 1997, she signed with the Walt Disney Company to star in four primetime TV specials. Her autobiography, Michelle Kwan: Heart of a Champion (Scholastic, Inc.) is now in its fifth printing. Michelle is currently attending UCLA.

Dr. Charles Sie
Dr. Sie received the Historymaker award for outstanding achievement in science and engineering. He was one of the first Asian Americans to crack the glass ceiling at Xerox Corporation when he was named vice president responsible for west coast operations. Now retired, he continues to make inroads for Asian Americans.

He currently serves as the vice-chairman of the Committee of 100 and as a board member of the Chinese American Scientists and Engineers Association of Southern California. Under the auspices of this organization, Dr. Charles Sie is actively working on behalf of the Asian American scientists and engineers at the National Laboratories to ensure that their rights are protected at this time of hysteria involving allegations of Chinese espionage.

Friends of the Chinatown Library
The Friends of the Chinatown Library received a Historymaker award for outstanding achievement in community service. Its president, Cindy Fong, accepted the award on behalf of the organization.

Formally established in 1977, the Friends of the Chinatown Library has developed community awareness and made the use of materials and services available through the Chinatown Branch of the Los Angeles Public Library. The Friends has been instrumental in the construction, maintenance, and expansion of the library. In addition, its members have donated over one million dollars toward library development as well as contributed another three quarters of a million dollars in volunteered services.

As the Chinatown Library enters the new century, an improved and expanded branch library at a new Chinatown site promises continued affirmation of the mission of the Friends of the Chinatown Library.

The CAM's new exhibit, "Chinese Americans in the San Gabriel Valley," is open to the public from December 10, 1999 through January 10, 2000 at the Evergreen Art Gallery.

High school students Julia Hu (L), Jennifer Low (R), Lauren Tang, and Kaitlyn Trigger created the portion of the exhibit entitled Great Wall to Golden Gate: Chinese Migration to California.

Everyone is cordially invited to the Chinese American Museum's new exhibit, which is open to the public from December 10, 1999 through January 10, 2000 at the Evergreen Art Gallery. It is located at 760 West Garvey Avenue at the southeast corner of Atlantic and Garvey in Monterey Park, California. The gallery is open daily from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m and admission is free.

Over 150 supporters attended the opening reception for the Chinese American Museum’s new traveling exhibit on December 10, 1999. Guests included (L to R): Bing Liu, Owner, Evergreen Publishing & Stationery Robert Jung, Board Member, FCAM Edith Jung, First Vice President, FCAM Munson Kwok, Board Member, FCAM Hilda Solis, Senator, State of California Francisco Alonzo, Councilmember, City of Monterey Park Judy Chu, Councilmember, City of Monterey Park Jackie Wang, Major Sponsor, FCAM Robert Kwan, President-Elect, FCAM Tim Siu, Board Member, FCAM

The exhibit focuses on San Gabriel Valley's community of recent immigrants and long-time Californians of Chinese descent. In addition, it includes a selection of the Museum’s artifacts, which were donated by pioneering Chinese American families of Southern California. The artifacts and photos on display tell the stories of the Chinese Americans who have made California their home and have contributed to the cultural and economic development of this state and this nation.

A unique part of the CAM exhibit is a segment entitled, Great Wall to Golden Gate: Chinese Migration to California. This award-winning exhibit was created by Julia Hu, Lauren Tang, Jennifer Low, and Kaitlyn Trigger from North Hollywood High School. In addition, calligrapher Chung Long Shu will present a lecture about the Science of Chinese Calligraphy on Saturday, January 8, 2000 at 2:00 p.m. in the Evergreen Art Gallery.

Chinese Americans in the San Gabriel Valley is being presented to the public by the Friends of the Chinese American Museum and El Pueblo de Los Angeles Historical Monument. Senator Hilda Solis and Councilmember Judy Chu of Monterey Park are the hosts of the event. The exhibit’s corporate sponsors include Cathay Bank, East West Bank, Evergreen Publishing and Stationery, KSCI-Channel 18, Pacific Bell, and Washington Mutual Bank. Special thanks go to Mr. Bing Liu of Evergreen Publishing and Stationery for hosting the exhibit and opening reception in his gallery. The exhibition was created by a committee consisting of Suellen Cheng, Jerry Jann, Robert Kwan, Munson Kwok, Jean Bruce Poole, designer Pingy Quon, 1999 Getty interns Jing-Chiou Liou and Amy Luu, and numerous volunteers.

A portion of the new Chinese American Museum exhibit was previously displayed at the Third Annual Historymaker Awards. The entire exhibit will be available for viewing on the Museum’s website in the spring of 2000. For more information, please check http://www.camla.org or call curator Suellen Cheng at 213-626-5240.

Suellen Cheng
Curator

The FCAM board members honored the banquet volunteers at a luncheon in November 1999.

Banquet Volunteers

Lucia Avila Richard Bon David Calderon Alice Chan Pedro Chan Verna Chan James Chang Sandra Chen Cindy Cheng Michele Cheng Suellen Cheng Floridia Cheung Stan Cheung Val Chhan Barbie Chien Vikki Chien Carl Choi Annie Chung Michelle Chung Steven Chung Tom Eng William Estrada Jim Fong Agnes Fung Helen Fung

Michael Fung Elmo Gambarana Rick Hernandez Melinda Hu, KSCI-Channel 18 Susan Hua Tom Jan Jerry Jann Robert & Edith Jung Julia Keh Janie Kong Munson Kwok Myron Kwong Alice Lee Amy Lee Barbara Jean Lee Susan Lee Alex Lew Christine Li Franklin Li Athena Liu May Ma May P. Ma Kevin Man Dave McGill Chi Mui

Terry Ng Betty Wong Oyama Eric Oyama Mike Park Justin Parker Gabriella Pendon Pingy Quon Quilet Rarang Julie Sandoval Andrew Sueasano Herbert Tom Pamela Tom Ronald Taw Chris Taylor, Future Productions Michael Tyau USC Chinese American Students Association Queena Wei Adrienne Wong Al Wong, Hummingbird Software Naomi Wong Roger Wong Beverly Wu Sherie Yang Daryl Yao

Dr. Tom McDannold, professor emeritus of cultural geography at Ventura College, has been associated with the Chinese American Museum for many years. He has served on a number of its committees that have addressed topical research, museum planning, and exhibit development. He is also one of the charter members of the Friends of the Chinese American Museum, serving as a board member for several years. The following is a brief discussion, in his own words, about a first-of-a-kind book on the Chinese in California that he has published.

A geographer by training, I am interested in places and how they came to be. Having spent many hours perfecting my Chinese in the old Sing Lee Theater on North Spring Street, I came to be intrigued by Los Angeles Chinatown. I was soon pleased to learn about the Garnier building, Old Chinatown, China City, and New Chinatown. My collection of places grew with the addition of sites such as Eagle Rock and its role in the Reform Army military training and the oldest indication of Chinese in Los Angeles, the cemetery shrine at Evergreen Cemetery. As the collection expanded to encompass all of California, it included places like Silver Town, China Lake, Point Joe, Kow Street and people such as Wong On, Walter U. Lum, Erle Stanley Gardner, and John Steinbeck.

Members of the Chinese Historical Society of Southern California prepare the Los Angeles Cemetery Shrine for the shrine dedication.

A key element in building the collection was the identification of places: How was I to learn about places when I did not know if they even existed? I first looked at maps such as the United States Geological Survey maps of California. They contain just over 150,000 placenames and each was examined. Street names were another area explored. Who would have thought that San Francisco has more than 1,700 street names? State parks and national forests have thousands of placenames - all I had to do was look through the maps of each park and forest. Older maps were also considered: The Sanborn insurance maps were an important source of sites from the late 1800s to the mid 1920s. I soon discovered that there were more than 14,000 maps that needed to be reviewed.

As we know, there are other sources of information. Hundreds of references were developed by interviewing individuals, contacting the museums and historical societies within the state, looking through published and unpublished material, and having access to the files of the State Office of Historic Preservation. Of course, I covered the streets of Hollywood to find all the Chinese stars on the Walk of Fame. While walking in the Central Valley, I found Bakersfield's lost Chinese cemetery.

Resulting from this decade-long endeavor is California's Chinese Heritage: A Legacy of Places. The book contains more than 1,100 entries that includes 211 Chinatowns, 56 cemeteries, 38 temples, 36 museums, 31 historic landmarks, 13 national forests, four historic districts, four state parks, and more than 650 references. It points out the significance of places such as Igo-Ono, the Yuk Yau Children Center and Wong Way. The variety of places and their stories is something that must be read to be fully appreciated. The foreword, written by Kevin Starr, California State Librarian, provides a framework for the entries.

Advance copies of the book can be obtained from Heritage West Books, 306 Regent Court, Stockton, California, 95204. Normally selling for $35.16 (includes tax, handling, and postage), members of the Friends of the Chinese American Museum need only include a check for $30.59. On your order, please mention that you are a member of the Friends. Copies should be received by Chinese New Year.

Dr. Thomas McDannold
Author and Professor Emeritus

The Garnier Building is now under renovation.

The Garnier Building is being made over! The area in which the CAM will be located has become a hard hat area. It is at the heart of the renovation work being conducted by the General Services Construction Division of the City of Los Angeles.

Currently the construction crew is hard at work shoring up the foundations and digging the new holes that will be required for installing the huge eccentric brace frames, which will be installed in the building for additional structural safety. This installation should be completed by the end of December. An archaeologist is on site to monitor the digging and to inventory and catalogue any artifacts found during the excavations. So far the areas that have been excavated have been in soil that was used as fill during the work done on the building in the 1960s, so no unusual artifacts have been discovered.

The City is also purchasing a giant tent to cover the building. This will protect it from further damage by rain and will allow the roof to be repaired and replaced in increments as needed.

Jean Bruce Poole
Historic Museum Director
El Pueblo de Los Angeles Historical Monument

Barbara Jean dedicated her time and energy to many community organizations including the Friends of the Chinese American Museum.

Once known as the "Chinese Shirley Temple," she became the first Asian American to appear regularly on dramatic radio programs and comedy shows.

FCAM board member Barbara Jean Wong Lee, who began performing as a girl in the early 1930s on such national radio shows as the Lux Theater, I Love a Mystery, Amos 'n' Andy (where she played Amos’ daugher Arbadella), and many other programs, has passed away at the age of seventy-five as the result of a respiratory illness on November 13, 1999.

"I Love a Mystery" cast. Left to right, Michael Raffetto, Barbara Jean, Gloria Blondell, Barton Yarborough

As a cast member of "Amos 'n' Andy," she was always introduced to the audience early so they would not be surprised to see she was a Chinese American and not an African American girl.

Once known as the Chinese Shirley Temple, Barbara Jean, with the encouragement of her mother, started her acting career as a five-year-old and became the first Asian American to appear regularly on dramatic network radio programs and comedy shows.

During her youthful days, she attended the Mar-Ken School of Professional Children in Hollywood. Actor Mickey Rooney was among her classmates.

Her family felt that her participation in the entertainment industry would help speed up the process for other Asian Americans to be accepted into the mainstream.

Barbara Jean was very active with women's organizations. In this photo, she is honoring dancer Fred Astaire. From left to right, Fred Astaire, Jane Wyman, Barbara Jean and Jane Wyatt (May 1960).

A drama and English graduate of both the University of Southern California and Columbia University (in New York), Barbara Jean later branched out into motion pictures, appearing with such stars as William Holden, Jennifer Jones, Alan Ladd, and Loretta Young. Her film credits included Love is a Many Splendored Thing, The Good Earth, The Left Hand of God, Calcutta, and a co-starring role with Dale Robertson and Edgar Buchanan in the animated western movie The Man from Button Willow.

Following her marriage to Robert Lee, she gave up her acting career, started her family, earned a teaching credential at Cal State Los Angeles, and started a new career as an elementary school teacher. (1969-1992)

Her daughter Tracey says, Mother was always modest and seldom talked about her career as an actress. It was only mentioned perhaps as an analogy in a larger conversation.

Tracey's sister Robin adds, She was a registered parliamentarian. Mother was very active in women's clubs. She was on the board of directors for many organizations from the Cancer Detection Center, the El Pueblo de Los Angeles Historical Monument, to the Friends of the Chinese American Museum. She always emphasized the importance of serving the community - to help others.

Her four daughters and seven grandchildren survive Barbara Jean. Her funeral took place on November 22, 1999 at Forest Lawn Hollywood Hills. In lieu of flowers, friends were encouraged to make contributions to the Friends of the Chinese American Museum or the Alhambra True Light Presbyterian Church.

Sam Chu Lin
Journalist

Photos Courtesy of the Lee Family and The Rafu Shimpo

Curator Michael Duchemin (L) led the FCAM board members on a "behind the scenes" tour of the Autry Museum during this summer.

On August 28, 1999, board members of the Friends of Chinese American Museum, led by President Ronald S.W. Lew, toured the Autry Museum of Western Heritage as invited guests of curator Michael Duchemin. The Autry Museum, located in Griffith Park, is a world-class museum which showcases the rich history and traditions of the American West.

Our tour was not an ordinary one. It was a personalized behind the scenes tour led by Mr. Duchemin himself of the Autry's administrative and exhibit preparation areas and the public galleries. Mr. Duchemin treated us not as tourists, but as museum colleagues. Knowing that we are opening the Chinese American Museum next year, he wanted to help put us on the right track. We were able to see the Autry's exhibit design, preparation and staging areas, the artifact conservation and storage rooms, and the research center, which are not generally open to the public. Based on the Autry Museum's years of experience, we were given many valuable tips and suggestions on how to run a successful museum.

A special treat of the tour was a viewing of the exhibit design and preparation of the Autry's upcoming exhibit, On Gold Mountain. This exhibit, based on Lisa See's book of the same name chronicling the Chinese American experience through her family, will be open to the public in summer 2000.

We are very appreciative of the insights, inspiration and goodwill given us by Mr. Duchemin and the Autry Museum, which will help us open our museum as smoothly as possible.

Robert N. Kwan
President-Elect

Spring 1999 CAM intern Floridia Cheung (L) now works at the Autry Museum of Western Heritage as the assistant to curator Michael Duchemin (R).

During the spring of 1999, the Chinese American Museum was fortunate to have UCLA student Floridia Cheung as its intern. Floridia's internship served as a part of a UCLA field study seminar taught by instructor Eric Altice in which the focus was the role of museums in representing identity and history.

Working at the Museum has increased my interest in Chinese American history, Floridia explained, as well as brought me closer to the Los Angeles Chinese American community.

As an intern, Floridia provided assistance in the preservation and cataloging of the CAM’s collection, the storage of the From Hearth to Heaven exhibit, and the planning of a Museum CD-ROM project. She also assisted curator Suellen Cheng in the daily operations of the Museum office.

As a result of her internship with the Chinese American Museum, Floridia landed a job as a curatorial assistant at the Autry Museum of Western Heritage upon graduation from UCLA. She now works closely with curator Michael Duchemin and key consultants Leslie Leong and Lisa See on the exhibit, On Gold Mountain, which will be open to the public during the summer of 2000.

Sherie Yang
Editor

New Web Domain: WWW.CAMLA.ORG
The domain name for the CAM website has been changed to www.camla.org, which stands for the Chinese American Museum. Please update your bookmarks on your web browsers.

Fall/Winter Newsletter
The CAM will publish three issues annually as the fall and winter newsletters are now combined into one. Starting with this issue, the Museum will have a fall/winter issue at the end of each year.

CAM Seeks New Website Host
The Museum's current website host, has changed its policies and cannot donate hosting services anymore. If you know of a provider willing to donate webhosting service to our website, please contact Sherie Yang via email at sherieyang@yahoo.com or Suellen Cheng (213-626-5240).

Film Student Seeks Interviewees
UCLA graduate student working on her thesis (a documentary on Chinese immigrants and Angel Island) seeks Chinese Americans who came through Angel Island when entering the U.S. as potential interviewees. For more info., contact Vivian Wong at 310-259-8872, vivwong@ucla.edu, or 11901 Santa Monica Blvd., #379, Los Angeles, CA 90025.

The Friends of the Chinese American Museum Invites You to a Chinese New Year Banquet Join us for a banquet with grand celebration to open the Year of the Dragon with friendship and good wishes for everyone! Enjoy a fabulous nine-course dinner with exciting Chinese entertainment of lion dance, music, and acrobats. Date: Friday, February 11, 2000 Time: 6:30 p.m. Check-in, Hors d’oeuvres, and Cash Bar 7:15 p.m. Nine-Course Dinner 8:20 p.m. – 9:30 Entertainment Where: Golden Dragon Restraurant 960 North Broadway Los Angeles Chinatown Cost: $35 per person (includes hors d’oeuvres, dinner, entertainment, tax, and tip) Parking: Free at Golden Dragon’s own lot on the south side of the building, however, a $1 or $2 tip to the parking attending would be appreciated. If the restaurant lot is full, please use the two adjacent parking lots, which charge $3 maximum. There is also bus parking available in front of Golden Dragon. Contact: Suellen Cheng, 213-626-5240

DIAMOND PATRONS
The Ralph M. Parsons Foundation
State of California
Mr. Kenjohn and Mrs. Jackie Wang
Weingart Foundation

JADE PATRON
Mr. Jon Yasuda, KSCI-Channel 18

PATRONS
Chinese Senior Citizens Center
Los Angeles International Lions Club
ARCO Foundation
Mr. Bing Liu, Evergreen Publishing & Stationery
City of Los Angeles Cultural Affairs Department
Wallis Foundation
Westin Bonaventure Hotel

GOLD CIRCLE
International Buddhist Progress Society
Mrs. Yvonne Lenart
Mrs. Wanda and Mr. Ronald Low
Mr. Leland Wong, Kaiser Permanente

SILVER CIRCLE
Chan Law Group LC
DCH Automotive Group
Kong Chow Benevolent Association of Southern California
Megatoys
Pacific Bell
Mrs. Betty and Mr. Joseph Wong

COMMUNITY SPONSORS
American-Chinese Garment Contractors Association of Southern California
Arcadia Chinese Association
C & L Restaurant Group, Inc.
California Council for the Humanities
Catholic Ming Yuan Institute
Center for Chinese Medicine
Ms. Faye Chan
Mr. Howard and Mrs. Catherine Chan
Ms. Suellen Cheng
Chinese American Citizens Alliance, Los Angeles Lodge
Chinese Club of San Marino
Chinese Historical Society of Southern California
Friends of the Chinatown Library
Mr. Daniel Chu
Committee to Conserve Chinese Culture
Concourse Gifts and News, Inc.
Coors Brewing Company
Mr. Elmo Gambarana
Golden Security
Historic Italian Hall Foundation
IBM Corporation
Mr. Robert and Mrs. Edith Jung
Ms. Julia Keh
Mr. Robert Kwan, Esq.
Dr. Munson Kwok
Ms. Barbara Jean Lee, Soo Hoo Leung Family
Ms. Lily Y. Lee, Waste Management Company
Mr. Paul W. Lee
Mr. and Mrs. Billy Lew
Los Angeles Dodgers, Inc.
Dr. Dan Louie, Jr.
Ms. Dorothy Louie Lew
Albert Quon Family
Rowland Evergreen Senior Center
San Fernando Valley Chinese Cultural Association
Dr. Charles and Mrs. Maureen Sie
Mr. Edmund Soo Hoo
Mr. Peter Soo Hoo, Soo Hoo Leung Corporation
Standard Savings Bank
South Pasadena Chinese American Club
Southern California Edison
Southern California Teo-Chew Associates
Mr. Jeffrey Tung
Wah King Noodle Company
The Waterman Foundation
Dr. Hing C. Wong
Dr. Lois Wong and Dr. Henry Chi
Mr. King Yan and Mrs. Sylvia Cheng Wu
Hon. Paul Zee, Councilmember, City of South Pasadena

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