Title supplied by cataloger. The Lung Kong Tin Yee Association is a worldwide fraternity also known as "The Four Brothers," and dates back to the 1600's in China. The Los Angeles chapter was the 485th association dedicated in the United States. The group provided basic needs and support to the Chinese American Community and fought against discriminatory practices. The Los Angeles chapter was a driving force in the preservation of the old Plaza landmarks such as the Lugo House and the Buddhist Temple that were threatened with demolition in 1950. A large crowd in front of Quan Mon in the Chung King Court watches a lion dance celebrating the dedication of the new Lung Kong Tin Yee Association building located at 989 N. Broadway in Chinatown. Photograph dated July 10, 1949.
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1 negative :safety ;10 x 13 cm. Photographic safety negatives
Quan Mon (Los Angeles, Calif.) Meizhou Longgang qin yi zong gong suo Lion dance--California--Los Angeles Restaurants--California--Chinatown (Los Angeles) Dedications--California--Chinatown (Los Angeles) Chinese restaurants--California--Chinatown (Los Angeles) Office buildings--California--Chinatown (Los Angeles) Spectators--California--Los Angeles Crowds--California--Los Angeles Architecture--California--Chinatown (Los Angeles)--Chinese influences Chinese language Chinatown (Los Angeles, Calif.) Night photographs
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