Certificate of residence for Lem Shay, laundryman, age 35 years, of San Francisco, 1897 February 12
Item — Certificate: 138664, Folder: 3
Scope and Contents
From the Collection:
Collection consists of 17 certificates of residence for Chinese laborers in California, dated from 1894 to 1897. Each certificate includes the laborer's name, local residence, and occupation; information about his height, eye color, complexion, and physical marks or peculiarities; and a photographic print. Certificates are signed and stamped by O. M. Welburn, Internal Revenue Collector, First District of California.
Dates
- 1897 February 12
Language of Materials
From the Collection:
Collection materials are in English.
Access
Collection is open for research.
Extent
From the Collection: 3.0 folders (17 certificates)
Repository Details
Part of the California Historical Society Repository