Alameda County
Alvarado Chinatown, Alameda County.
Alvarado Chinatown was in
the City of Alvarado on the north side of Smith Street and east of
Walkins Street about one-quarter mile from the railroad depot. By 1925, it contained two grocery
stores, a lodging facility, restaurant and seven dwellings. Reference: Sanborn Insurance Map
1925.
Asian Branch Library, Alameda County.
Walkins Street about one-quarter mile from the railroad depot. By 1925, it contained two grocery
stores, a lodging facility, restaurant and seven dwellings. Reference: Sanborn Insurance Map
1925.
Asian Branch Library, Alameda County.
The community felt a need for a library
that would serve the Oakland Chinatown. Fund raising
efforts by Asian Americans in the area and a large grant made the library possible. The Asia
Branch Library at 388 Ninth Street is part of the Oakland Public Library system. See Oakland
Chinatown, Alameda County. Reference: Ma and Ma 19, 82: 56.
efforts by Asian Americans in the area and a large grant made the library possible. The Asia
Branch Library at 388 Ninth Street is part of the Oakland Public Library system. See Oakland
Chinatown, Alameda County. Reference: Ma and Ma 19, 82: 56.
Asian Health Services
Offices, Alameda
County.
Initiated in 1973, the Asian Health
Services Offices at 310 Eighth Street, provides medical and
mental health services to low income Chinatown families. See Oakland Chinatown, Alameda
County. Reference: Ma and Ma 1982: 98.
mental health services to low income Chinatown families. See Oakland Chinatown, Alameda
County. Reference: Ma and Ma 1982: 98.
Asian Resources Center Marker, Alameda County.
The marker is at 301 9th street, City of Oakland. it commemorates the women of Chinatown who sewed parachutes during WWII. Reference: Swackhamer 2014.
Asian Law Caucus Center, Alameda County.
The marker is at 301 9th street, City of Oakland. it commemorates the women of Chinatown who sewed parachutes during WWII. Reference: Swackhamer 2014.
Asian Law Caucus Center, Alameda County.
Based in Oakland, the Asian Law Caucus
Center at 1332 Webster Street, provided free or low
cost legal services to Chinatown residents in the early 1980s. See Oakland Chinatown, Alameda
County. Reference: Ma and Ma 1982: 99.
cost legal services to Chinatown residents in the early 1980s. See Oakland Chinatown, Alameda
County. Reference: Ma and Ma 1982: 99.
Berkeley Chinese
Business Area, Alameda
County.
A small cluster of Chinese businesses were located in the City of
Berkeley on the east side of Shattuck Street between Blake Street and Parker Street by January of 1894. Reference: Sanborn
Insurance Map 1894.
Chinese Community Center, Alameda County.
Chinese Community Center opened in 1953
at 300 Ninth Street in the City of Oakland. Its goal
is that of preserving Chinese culture. There is a bust of Joe Shoong, the center's benefactor, in
the lobby. Both Joe and his wife Rose were instrumental in the development of the center. See
Joe Shoong House, Alameda County; Oakland Chinatown, Alameda County. Reference: Office
of Historic Preservation 1986.
is that of preserving Chinese culture. There is a bust of Joe Shoong, the center's benefactor, in
the lobby. Both Joe and his wife Rose were instrumental in the development of the center. See
Joe Shoong House, Alameda County; Oakland Chinatown, Alameda County. Reference: Office
of Historic Preservation 1986.
Chung
Mei Home, Alameda
County.
Chung Mei Home in Berkeley was a
Baptist-sponsored home for Chinese boys. It housed
orphans as well as the sons of men needing child care help--particularly when the wife was in
China. There were usually 70-80 boys in residence that could stay through their teen years. The
home eventually relocated and became part of Armstrong College in El Cerrito, Contra Costa
County. The home officially closed in 1954. Reference: Ma and Ma 1982: 45-47; Louie 1996.
orphans as well as the sons of men needing child care help--particularly when the wife was in
China. There were usually 70-80 boys in residence that could stay through their teen years. The
home eventually relocated and became part of Armstrong College in El Cerrito, Contra Costa
County. The home officially closed in 1954. Reference: Ma and Ma 1982: 45-47; Louie 1996.
Doh
On Yuen, Alameda
County.
Doh On Yuen on Eighth Street in Oakland
Chinatown is a low cost, senior citizen housing
project. It has forty eight units and opened in 1969. See Oakland Chinatown, Alameda County.
Reference: Ma and Ma 1982: 94.
project. It has forty eight units and opened in 1969. See Oakland Chinatown, Alameda County.
Reference: Ma and Ma 1982: 94.
Fong Wan Herb Company Building, Alameda County.
Constructed in 1923-1924, the Fong Wan Herb Company building at 576 Tenth Street, City of
Oakland, featured a Chinese facade similar to that found in San Francisco Chinatown. The
building's first occupant was Fong Wan, a China-born herbalist who became prominent in the
struggle to legitimize, both legally and medically, herbalism in the United States during the
1920s and 1930s. Reference: Office of Historic Preservation 1984.
Oakland, featured a Chinese facade similar to that found in San Francisco Chinatown. The
building's first occupant was Fong Wan, a China-born herbalist who became prominent in the
struggle to legitimize, both legally and medically, herbalism in the United States during the
1920s and 1930s. Reference: Office of Historic Preservation 1984.
Hayward Chinese Business Area, Alameda County.
The City of Hayward contained four
Chinese laundries in close proximity along Castro Avenue
by June, 1888. Reference: Sanborn Insurance Map 1888b.
by June, 1888. Reference: Sanborn Insurance Map 1888b.
Joe Shoong House, Alameda
County.
Located at 385 Bellevue
Avenue, City of Oakland, Joe Shoong House was built for him in 1922.
The house, actually a mansion, was designed by Julia Morgan. Shoong, founder of the National
Dollar Store, hosted Chiang Kai-shek at the residence. See Chinese Community Center, Alameda
County; National Dollar Store, Santa Clara County. Reference: Office of Historic Preservation
1986.
The house, actually a mansion, was designed by Julia Morgan. Shoong, founder of the National
Dollar Store, hosted Chiang Kai-shek at the residence. See Chinese Community Center, Alameda
County; National Dollar Store, Santa Clara County. Reference: Office of Historic Preservation
1986.
Lake Chabot Chinese Laborers Monument, Alameda County.
Lake Chabot Chinese
Laborers Monument commemorates the Chinese workers who helped build
the reservoir known as Lake Chabot. Construction of the 3.4 billion gallon system began in 1874.
It was completed in 1892, supplying Oakland with its water. Chinese workers moved over
600,000 cubic yards of earth, constructed more than 15 miles of roads, dug ditches--one over
four miles long--and constructed three tunnels with a combined length of more than 2,700 feet.
Over 800 Chinese at a time worked on the project with several losing their lives. The Alameda
Historical Society dedicated a monument and plaque to the Chinese laborers in 1997. The
monument is near Tunnel No.3 on the upper road to Chabot Park. Notice the Tree of Heaven
throughout the area. See Yema Po, Alameda County; Yema Po Exhibit and Mural, Alameda
County. Reference: Beggs 1997: 20-24.
the reservoir known as Lake Chabot. Construction of the 3.4 billion gallon system began in 1874.
It was completed in 1892, supplying Oakland with its water. Chinese workers moved over
600,000 cubic yards of earth, constructed more than 15 miles of roads, dug ditches--one over
four miles long--and constructed three tunnels with a combined length of more than 2,700 feet.
Over 800 Chinese at a time worked on the project with several losing their lives. The Alameda
Historical Society dedicated a monument and plaque to the Chinese laborers in 1997. The
monument is near Tunnel No.3 on the upper road to Chabot Park. Notice the Tree of Heaven
throughout the area. See Yema Po, Alameda County; Yema Po Exhibit and Mural, Alameda
County. Reference: Beggs 1997: 20-24.
Lincoln School, Alameda County.
Lincoln School, at Tenth Street and Alice Street, was
the public school of Oakland Chinatown.
Its beginning can be traced to 1865. Most every child of Chinatown attended the school at one
time or another. See Wa Kue School, Alameda County. See Oakland Chinatown, Alameda
County. Reference: Ma and Ma 1982: 56.
Its beginning can be traced to 1865. Most every child of Chinatown attended the school at one
time or another. See Wa Kue School, Alameda County. See Oakland Chinatown, Alameda
County. Reference: Ma and Ma 1982: 56.
Ming Quong Orphanage, Alameda County.
Established in 1915 by
Presbyterians in Oakland Chinatown, Ming Quong Orphanage served as
a home for Chinese girls. Eventually, it occupied a building designed in 1923 by Julia Morgan
for the Chinese community. A property exchange with Mills College saw the college acquire the
Morgan building, renamed Alderwood Hall, and Ming Quong moving to Lake Merritt in 1935.
Some of the young girls were relocated to Los Gatos in a facility known as Sunshine Cottage.
Expansion and relocation within Los Gatos resulted in the Ming Quong Children's Center. See Ming Quong Children's Center, Santa Clara County. Reference: Ma and Ma 1982: 44-47;
Hoover 1990: 21; Louie 1996; Wong 1971: 176-195.
China Slough, Napa County.
Dedicated in May of 1970, Chinatown Gateway is across Grant Avenue at Bush Street, City of
San Francisco. It combines traditional Chinese architecture and modem building materials. The
Republic of China provided the ceramic tiles. See San Francisco Chinatown, 'San Francisco
Being barred from using the county hospital during the 1860's and 1870's,
the Chinese relied upon
herbalists and traditional medical practices offered by the Six Companies. Thus, it was not until
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____ . 1903. Mill Valley. New York: Sanborn Map and Publishing Company Limited.
____ . 1900. Antioch. New York: Sanborn Map and Publishing Company Limited.
____ . 1897. Guerneville. New York: Sanborn Map and Publishing Company Limited.
____ . 1894. Berkeley. New York: Sanborn Map and Publishing Company Limited.
____ .1893. Santa Rosa. New York: Sanborn Map and Publishing Company Limited.
____ . 1891a. Benicia. New York: Sanborn Map and Publishing Company Limited.
____ . 1891b. Los Gatos. New York: Sanborn Map and Publishing Company Limited.
____ .1890. San Leandro. New York: Sanborn Map and Publishing Company Limited.
____ . 1888a. Dixon. New York: Sanborn Map and Publishing Company Limited.
a home for Chinese girls. Eventually, it occupied a building designed in 1923 by Julia Morgan
for the Chinese community. A property exchange with Mills College saw the college acquire the
Morgan building, renamed Alderwood Hall, and Ming Quong moving to Lake Merritt in 1935.
Some of the young girls were relocated to Los Gatos in a facility known as Sunshine Cottage.
Expansion and relocation within Los Gatos resulted in the Ming Quong Children's Center. See Ming Quong Children's Center, Santa Clara County. Reference: Ma and Ma 1982: 44-47;
Hoover 1990: 21; Louie 1996; Wong 1971: 176-195.
Oakland
Chinatown, Alameda
County.
In the early 1860's there was a small
Chinatown around Washington Street and Fourteenth Street
in the City of Oakland. However, it did not persist, for the Chinese were forced out in 1865. A
new Chinatown established itself at Telegraph Street and Seventeenth Street that same year but
was destroyed by fire in 1867. Other Chinatowns started at San Pablo Street and Nineteenth
Street, San Pablo and Twenty Second Street and Eighth Street between Webster Street and
Washington Street. All but the one at Eighth Street and Webster Street were gone by 1900.
Known as Oakland Chinatown, it provided workers for the infrastructure and industry that still
characterizes Oakland today. It was also an important place for refugees from the 1906
earthquake/fire that destroyed much of San Francisco Chinatown. Today, it covers a little more
than four blocks and continues to be a focal point of commerce and social interaction. Reference:
in the City of Oakland. However, it did not persist, for the Chinese were forced out in 1865. A
new Chinatown established itself at Telegraph Street and Seventeenth Street that same year but
was destroyed by fire in 1867. Other Chinatowns started at San Pablo Street and Nineteenth
Street, San Pablo and Twenty Second Street and Eighth Street between Webster Street and
Washington Street. All but the one at Eighth Street and Webster Street were gone by 1900.
Known as Oakland Chinatown, it provided workers for the infrastructure and industry that still
characterizes Oakland today. It was also an important place for refugees from the 1906
earthquake/fire that destroyed much of San Francisco Chinatown. Today, it covers a little more
than four blocks and continues to be a focal point of commerce and social interaction. Reference:
Chou 1987: 100-102; Chow 1976: 1'-17; Ma and Ma 1982: 7-10, 28-31; Office
of Historic
Preservation 1985a.
Preservation 1985a.
Oakland
Chinese Presbyterian Church,
Alameda County.
Oakland Chinese Presbyterian Church
began in the 1860's as an English language class, officially
became a church in 1878. Located at 619 Harrison Street, City of Oakland, by 1906, the church
moved to 265 Eighth Street in 1925. See Ming Quong Orphanage, Alameda County. Reference:
became a church in 1878. Located at 619 Harrison Street, City of Oakland, by 1906, the church
moved to 265 Eighth Street in 1925. See Ming Quong Orphanage, Alameda County. Reference:
Ma and Ma 1982: 39-41.
Oakland
Museum, Alameda County.
Oakland Museum at 1000 Oak Street, City
of Oakland, has Chinese artifacts and various
Chinese
collections on display.
collections on display.
Pacific
Coast Canning Company,
Alameda County.
Founded in 1903 by Lew Hing, Pacific
Coast Canning Company was located at 1111 Pine Street,
City of Oakland, and covered two blocks of West Oakland waterfront. It was most likely the
single largest employer of Chinese in Oakland and one of the city's largest businesses. During
peak months, it employed as many as 1,000 workers. The Stock Market Crash of the 1920s and
the global economic depression of the 1930's prompted the end of the enterprise. Reference:
City of Oakland, and covered two blocks of West Oakland waterfront. It was most likely the
single largest employer of Chinese in Oakland and one of the city's largest businesses. During
peak months, it employed as many as 1,000 workers. The Stock Market Crash of the 1920s and
the global economic depression of the 1930's prompted the end of the enterprise. Reference:
Office of Historic Preservation 1990b.
Peking
Low Cafe Building,
Alameda County.
Peking Low Cafe building is located at
700 Franklin Street, City of Oakland. Characterized
by a
style of ancient Chinese architecture, it was featured in several prominent publications after it
was completed in 1924. See Oakland Chinatown, Alameda County. Reference: Office of Historic
Preservation 1985b.
style of ancient Chinese architecture, it was featured in several prominent publications after it
was completed in 1924. See Oakland Chinatown, Alameda County. Reference: Office of Historic
Preservation 1985b.
San
Leandro Chinese Business Area, Alameda County.
The San Leandro Chinese business area
was on the south side of what was then known as
Walkins Street between San Leandro Creek and Davis Street in the town of San
Leandro. It
Sargent Quan Hong American Legion Post No. 680, Alameda County.
Sargent Quan Hong
American Legion Post No. 680 was located at 927 Webster Street,
City of
Oakland, in the 1940's. It provided support and camaraderie for Chinese American veterans
returning from military service after World War II. Its many programs included child welfare to
widows and orphans. However, by the 1980's its membership had declined and the post was
deactivated. Reference: American Legion 1999.
Oakland, in the 1940's. It provided support and camaraderie for Chinese American veterans
returning from military service after World War II. Its many programs included child welfare to
widows and orphans. However, by the 1980's its membership had declined and the post was
deactivated. Reference: American Legion 1999.
Shinn Pond,
Alameda County.
Shinn Pond, Shinn Street
and Shinn Station are place names in the Niles District of Fremont that
some might consider to be related to the Chinese. But, they originate with James Shinn, a
Euro American from Ohio, who settled in Alameda County in 1856. He started a gravel quarry in
the 1860' s (now Shinn Pond) with a street being named after him (Shinn Street) as was a Western
Pacific Railroad station (Shinn Station). Reference: Mosier and Mosier 1986: 81.
some might consider to be related to the Chinese. But, they originate with James Shinn, a
Euro American from Ohio, who settled in Alameda County in 1856. He started a gravel quarry in
the 1860' s (now Shinn Pond) with a street being named after him (Shinn Street) as was a Western
Pacific Railroad station (Shinn Station). Reference: Mosier and Mosier 1986: 81.
Shinn Street, Alameda County.
See Shinn Pond, Alameda County.
See Shinn Pond, Alameda County.
Shinn Station, Alameda
County.
See Shinn Pond, Alameda County.
See Shinn Pond, Alameda County.
Wa Kue School, Alameda County.
Wa Kue School was the
largest of the Chinese schools within Oakland Chinatown. Dating to
1921, it provided education in the Chinese language and culture to the young people of
Chinatown. It closed the doors of its 387 Ninth Street location in 1953. See Oakland Chinatown,
Alameda County. Reference: Ma and Ma 1982: 57.
1921, it provided education in the Chinese language and culture to the young people of
Chinatown. It closed the doors of its 387 Ninth Street location in 1953. See Oakland Chinatown,
Alameda County. Reference: Ma and Ma 1982: 57.
Wa Sung Community Service Club, Junk Boat Project. Alameda County.
The Junk Boat Project is located at 250 10th Street, Lincoln Square, City of Oakland. The rebuilt play area has numerous plaques that tell the story of the Chinese in the area. Reference: Swackhamer 2014.
Yema Po, Alameda County.
The Junk Boat Project is located at 250 10th Street, Lincoln Square, City of Oakland. The rebuilt play area has numerous plaques that tell the story of the Chinese in the area. Reference: Swackhamer 2014.
Yema Po, Alameda County.
Yema Po is on the
southern bank of San Leandro Creek, west of
the Lake Chabot Spillway. It
was the camp site of the Chinese who worked on the dam that created Lake Chabot. The
placename means Wild Horse Slope in a Cantonese dialect and is thought to refer to the 200 wild
horses used to pack down dirt during the construction of the dam. See Lake Chabot Chinese
Laborers Monument, Alameda County; Vema Po Exhibit and Mural, Alameda County.
Reference: Bulletin of the Chinese Historical Society of America 1991: 1.
was the camp site of the Chinese who worked on the dam that created Lake Chabot. The
placename means Wild Horse Slope in a Cantonese dialect and is thought to refer to the 200 wild
horses used to pack down dirt during the construction of the dam. See Lake Chabot Chinese
Laborers Monument, Alameda County; Vema Po Exhibit and Mural, Alameda County.
Reference: Bulletin of the Chinese Historical Society of America 1991: 1.
Yema Po Exhibit and Mural, Alameda
County.
The Yema Po exhibit
features some of the 60,000 artifacts recovered from the Yema Po
site.
Both the exhibit and mural can be seen at the East Bay Municipal Utility District Administration
Center, 375 Eleventh Street, Oakland. See Lake Chabot Chinese Laborers Monument, Alameda
County; Vema Po, Alameda County. Reference: Beggs 1997: 8.
Both the exhibit and mural can be seen at the East Bay Municipal Utility District Administration
Center, 375 Eleventh Street, Oakland. See Lake Chabot Chinese Laborers Monument, Alameda
County; Vema Po, Alameda County. Reference: Beggs 1997: 8.
Yuk
Yau Children Center,
Alameda County.
Yuk Yau Children Center is at Twelfth
Street and Harrison Street in Oakland Chinatown. It is
a day care facility for children of new immigrants. Parents helped name the school, choosing Yuk
Yau that means "Educate the Young." The Center is part of the Oakland Unified School District.
See Oakland Chinatown, Alameda County. Reference: Ma and Ma 1982: 97.
a day care facility for children of new immigrants. Parents helped name the school, choosing Yuk
Yau that means "Educate the Young." The Center is part of the Oakland Unified School District.
See Oakland Chinatown, Alameda County. Reference: Ma and Ma 1982: 97.
Yun
Lin Temple, Alameda
County.
This is the first temple in the United
States of the Black Hat Sect of Tibetan Buddhism. It was
founded by Yun Lin in the 1980's. He is a prominent feng shui practitioner and authority. The
Temple is at 2959 Russell Street, City of Berkeley. Reference: Rossback 1987: 177-78.
founded by Yun Lin in the 1980's. He is a prominent feng shui practitioner and authority. The
Temple is at 2959 Russell Street, City of Berkeley. Reference: Rossback 1987: 177-78.
Contra Costa County
Antioch
Chinese Business Area, Contra Costa County.
Located on Front Street between Main
Street and Galloway Street next to the San Joaquin River
in the community of Antioch, the Antioch Chinese business area contained two laundries and
two dwellings in 1884. However, they were gone by 1900. Reference: Sanborn Insurance Map
1900, 1884a.
in the community of Antioch, the Antioch Chinese business area contained two laundries and
two dwellings in 1884. However, they were gone by 1900. Reference: Sanborn Insurance Map
1900, 1884a.
Castro
Point Chinese Fish Camp,
Contra Costa County.
Castro Point Chinese Fish Camp was
located between Castro Point and present-day Western
Drive in the City of Richmond. Established in the 1880's, the camp's population of approximately
100 Chinese netted shrimp in the nearby water. Reference: Office of Historic Preservation 1975.
Drive in the City of Richmond. Established in the 1880's, the camp's population of approximately
100 Chinese netted shrimp in the nearby water. Reference: Office of Historic Preservation 1975.
Hercules
Powder Plant, Contra
Costa County.
Chinese laborers provided most of the
work force for the Hercules Powder Plant, a manufacturer
of dynamite. In operation by the early 1880's, it was essentially a company town on San Pablo
Bay that provided employment and living facilities. As many as 375 Chinese occupied two
dormitories geographically separated from the other workers. Currently, the plant is being
developed as a state park that commemorates, among other things, those who lost their lives
while manufacturing explosives. Reference: Wey 1988: 138.
of dynamite. In operation by the early 1880's, it was essentially a company town on San Pablo
Bay that provided employment and living facilities. As many as 375 Chinese occupied two
dormitories geographically separated from the other workers. Currently, the plant is being
developed as a state park that commemorates, among other things, those who lost their lives
while manufacturing explosives. Reference: Wey 1988: 138.
John
Swett Winery, Contra Costa County.
The site of John Swett Winery is a
little less than two miles south of the town of Martinez. The
winery was built by Chinese workers in the mid to late 1870's. The Chinese also formed the
largest group of grape handlers. Reference: Office Of Historic Preservation 1980a.
winery was built by Chinese workers in the mid to late 1870's. The Chinese also formed the
largest group of grape handlers. Reference: Office Of Historic Preservation 1980a.
Martinez
Chinese Business Area,
Contra Costa County.
The Martinez Chinese business area, town of Martinez, was located on the south side of Main
Street next to EI Hombre Creek. By March, 1884, it consisted of one laundry and three
dwellings. Reference: Sanborn Insurance Map 1884c.
Street next to EI Hombre Creek. By March, 1884, it consisted of one laundry and three
dwellings. Reference: Sanborn Insurance Map 1884c.
Richmond Chinatown, Contra
Costa County.
Centered on Clement Street in the City
of Richmond, Richmond Chinatown developed because
of the rising costs of housing in San Francisco Chinatown. It began to emerge in the 1970's, being
the home of Chinese and other Asian groups. Reference: Yip 1985: 368-369.
of the rising costs of housing in San Francisco Chinatown. It began to emerge in the 1970's, being
the home of Chinese and other Asian groups. Reference: Yip 1985: 368-369.
Tao House,
Contra Costa County.
The Tao House, so-called because of it
owner's appreciation of things Chinese, displays
numerous architectural features of what was then perceived as "oriental." Its front door was red,
simulating Chinese lacquer work, a motif that continued within the interior. The house, in
Danville, was home for Eugene O'Neill and his wife Carlotta Monterey from 1937 to 1944.
Originally, the estate covered 156 acres and consisted of a two-story house painted white with
a black tile roof. Today, only 13.19 acres of the land and house form a National Historic
Landmark that is administered jointly by the National Park Service and the Eugene O'Neill
Foundation. Reference: Bogart 1989: 10, 14; Bogart 1993: 21-22; Hoover 1990: 65.
numerous architectural features of what was then perceived as "oriental." Its front door was red,
simulating Chinese lacquer work, a motif that continued within the interior. The house, in
Danville, was home for Eugene O'Neill and his wife Carlotta Monterey from 1937 to 1944.
Originally, the estate covered 156 acres and consisted of a two-story house painted white with
a black tile roof. Today, only 13.19 acres of the land and house form a National Historic
Landmark that is administered jointly by the National Park Service and the Eugene O'Neill
Foundation. Reference: Bogart 1989: 10, 14; Bogart 1993: 21-22; Hoover 1990: 65.
Union Settlement, Contra
Costa County.
By 1910, the Chinese Union Shrimp
Company had established a shrimp fishing settlement on
Point San Pablo. Reference: Nash 1973: 5-1 to 5-62.
Marin County
Angel
Island, Marin County.
In the past, Angel Island located in San Francisco Bay had been a Mexican
rancho, United States
military post and World War II defense site. In 1910, it became a major facility for detaining
Chinese and other Asian immigrants and the administration of the Chinese Exclusion Laws. It
closed in 1940. Today, it is a California State Park and California Historical Landmark No. 529.
See China Cove, Marin County, Angel Island, Marin County. Reference: Lai 1978: 88-103.
military post and World War II defense site. In 1910, it became a major facility for detaining
Chinese and other Asian immigrants and the administration of the Chinese Exclusion Laws. It
closed in 1940. Today, it is a California State Park and California Historical Landmark No. 529.
See China Cove, Marin County, Angel Island, Marin County. Reference: Lai 1978: 88-103.
China Camp Road, Marin County.
The road is the only approach into China Camp within China Camp State Park, thus its name.
See China Camp State Park, Marin County.
See China Camp State Park, Marin County.
China Camp State Park, Marin County.
One of about thirty Chinese fishing
camps around San Francisco Bay,
China Camp is on a cove
that was an excellent shrimping ground. In the 1880's, some 500 Chinese and their service
businesses could be found along the shore. After 1910, restrictions on fishing methods, a ban on
dried shrimp exports and bass-taking greatly reduced the Chinese presence in the shrimping
business. The state acquired 1,500 acres along the cove's edge in 1977 and memorialized its
significance with the name, "China Camp State Park." The Yerba Buena Chapter No.1 of the
E. Clampus Vitus commemorated the area with a plaque in 1979. In 1980, the State Department
of Parks and Recreation in cooperation with the Marin Chinese Cultural Group also erected a
plaque at the site. It is California Historical Landmark No. 924. See China Camp Cove, Marin
County; China Camp Point, Marin County; China Camp Road, Marin County; Quong Sing Lung Settlement, Marin County; Wa Jen Ha Lio, Marin County. Reference: Jones 1954:1; Office of Historic Preservation 1990a: 1 06; United States Geological Survey 1959. Photo.
that was an excellent shrimping ground. In the 1880's, some 500 Chinese and their service
businesses could be found along the shore. After 1910, restrictions on fishing methods, a ban on
dried shrimp exports and bass-taking greatly reduced the Chinese presence in the shrimping
business. The state acquired 1,500 acres along the cove's edge in 1977 and memorialized its
significance with the name, "China Camp State Park." The Yerba Buena Chapter No.1 of the
E. Clampus Vitus commemorated the area with a plaque in 1979. In 1980, the State Department
of Parks and Recreation in cooperation with the Marin Chinese Cultural Group also erected a
plaque at the site. It is California Historical Landmark No. 924. See China Camp Cove, Marin
County; China Camp Point, Marin County; China Camp Road, Marin County; Quong Sing Lung Settlement, Marin County; Wa Jen Ha Lio, Marin County. Reference: Jones 1954:1; Office of Historic Preservation 1990a: 1 06; United States Geological Survey 1959. Photo.
China Cove, Marin County.
China Cove1 is a small indentation in
the coastline of San Francisco Bay that
became the focus
of Chinese fish processing. It is part of China Camp State Park. See China Camp State Park,
Marin County.
of Chinese fish processing. It is part of China Camp State Park. See China Camp State Park,
Marin County.
China Cove2 was the location of the United States Immigration Service
Station on Angel
Island. By 1966, China Cove had been renamed Winslow Cove. See Angel Island, Marin County.
Reference: Teather 1986: 16.
Island. By 1966, China Cove had been renamed Winslow Cove. See Angel Island, Marin County.
Reference: Teather 1986: 16.
China
Point, Marin County.
China Point is a rock promontory that helps define China Cove within
China Camp State Park.
See China Cove, Marin County; China Camp State Park, Marin County.
See China Cove, Marin County; China Camp State Park, Marin County.
Honoring the Contributions of Chinese Immigrants. Marin County.
There are two markers are on Angel Island in the Angel Island State Park at China Cove. One is a stone slab with Chinese writing. The other is an interpretive monument written in English that commemorate the Chinese immigrants. Reference: Ruppenstein 2013.
Independence Settlement, Marin County.
There are two markers are on Angel Island in the Angel Island State Park at China Cove. One is a stone slab with Chinese writing. The other is an interpretive monument written in English that commemorate the Chinese immigrants. Reference: Ruppenstein 2013.
Independence Settlement, Marin County.
The Chinese
fishing operation known as the Independence Shrimp Company maintained a
fishing settlement on Point San Pedro by 1910. Reference: Nash 1973: 5-1 to 5-62.
fishing settlement on Point San Pedro by 1910. Reference: Nash 1973: 5-1 to 5-62.
James Yeh Jau Liu Plaque. Marin County.
The James Yeh Jau Liu Plaque is located at 34 Main Street, City of Tiburon. It states that Liu was a renown painter who completed over 30,000 paintings. His art sold worldwide to include private collectors and museums. Reference: Swackhamer 2013.
Mill Valley Chinese Business Area, Marin County.
The James Yeh Jau Liu Plaque is located at 34 Main Street, City of Tiburon. It states that Liu was a renown painter who completed over 30,000 paintings. His art sold worldwide to include private collectors and museums. Reference: Swackhamer 2013.
Mill Valley Chinese Business Area, Marin County.
The Mill Valley Chinese business area, in the
town of Mill Valley, was on Blithdale Avenue
between the railroad tracks and Arroyo Corte Madera del Presidio. By 1903, it had one laundry
and one store. Reference: Sanborn Insurance Map 1903.
between the railroad tracks and Arroyo Corte Madera del Presidio. By 1903, it had one laundry
and one store. Reference: Sanborn Insurance Map 1903.
Point San Pedro Fishing Village, Marin County.
Point San Pedro Fishing
Village may have started
as a result of good fishing in the area as well
as a desire to avoid authorities. In any event, discovery of shrimping grounds near the point in
1870 resulted in shrimp becoming the village specialty. By 1873, the village had 32 houses with
the addition of a school in 1878. However, at least half of the village burned in 1897 and it was
almost completely abandoned in 1905 when restrictive legislation on sea bass fishing was
enacted. There were only ten residents by 1941. Reference: Ma 1991: 29, 38, 40.
as a desire to avoid authorities. In any event, discovery of shrimping grounds near the point in
1870 resulted in shrimp becoming the village specialty. By 1873, the village had 32 houses with
the addition of a school in 1878. However, at least half of the village burned in 1897 and it was
almost completely abandoned in 1905 when restrictive legislation on sea bass fishing was
enacted. There were only ten residents by 1941. Reference: Ma 1991: 29, 38, 40.
Quong Lee Chong Settlement, Marin County.
The Quong Lee Chong Company operated a
shrimping settlement on Point San Pedro in 1910.
Reference: Nash 1973: 5-1 to 5-62.
Reference: Nash 1973: 5-1 to 5-62.
Quong Sing Lung Settlement, Marin County.
A settlement of Chinese
shrimp fishermen was operated by the Quang Sing Lung Company at
Point San Pedro in 1910. It was later owned and operated by the Quan Brothers and is presently
the site of the China Camp State Park. See China Camp State Park, Marin County. Reference:
Point San Pedro in 1910. It was later owned and operated by the Quan Brothers and is presently
the site of the China Camp State Park. See China Camp State Park, Marin County. Reference:
Nash 1973: 5-1 to 5-62.
San Rafael Chinatown, Marin County.
San Rafael Chinatown in
the town of San Rafael was on the east side of C Street between Third
Street and Fourth Street by 1880. Increased anti-Chinese activities resulted in there being only
two laundries and four dwellings by 1887. The population decreased again by 1900. However,
a few Chinese business activities continued into the 1950's. Reference: Ma 1991: 34, 37, 40;
Sanborn Insurance Map 1887a.
Street and Fourth Street by 1880. Increased anti-Chinese activities resulted in there being only
two laundries and four dwellings by 1887. The population decreased again by 1900. However,
a few Chinese business activities continued into the 1950's. Reference: Ma 1991: 34, 37, 40;
Sanborn Insurance Map 1887a.
Shanghai Valley, Marin County.
Shanghai Valley was the
name given to the Chinatown in the community of Sausalito. It was on
the west side of Water Street near Princess Street in 1884. There were two laundries and by 1900
as many as 15-20 Chinese were living in one of its lodging houses. See Yee Tock Chee City
Park, Marin County. Reference: Ma 1991: 34, 37; Sanborn Insurance Map 1884d.
the west side of Water Street near Princess Street in 1884. There were two laundries and by 1900
as many as 15-20 Chinese were living in one of its lodging houses. See Yee Tock Chee City
Park, Marin County. Reference: Ma 1991: 34, 37; Sanborn Insurance Map 1884d.
Tomales Bay Chinese Settlement, Marin County.
Four Chinese fishermen
established a fishing site at Tomales Bay by 1877. They specialized in
abalone. Reference: Ma 1991: 29, 34; Ma 1981: 148.
abalone. Reference: Ma 1991: 29, 34; Ma 1981: 148.
Union Settlement, Marin County.
The Chinese-owned and operated Union
Company maintained a shrimping settlement on Point
San Pedro in 1910. Reference: Nash 1973: 5-1 to 5-62.
San Pedro in 1910. Reference: Nash 1973: 5-1 to 5-62.
Wa Jen Ha Lio, Marin County.
This is the name of the
fishing village at China Cove within China Camp State Park as it appears
on one of the commemorative plaques at the site. See China Camp State Park, Marin County.
on one of the commemorative plaques at the site. See China Camp State Park, Marin County.
Yee Tock Chee City Park, Marin County.
Yee Tock Chee City Park
in the town of Sausalito is a small urban park located on the bay side
of Bridge Way at Princess Street. The park's name is derived from Yee Tock (Willie) Chee who
lived there from 1919 to the 1950's. A respected member of the community, he operated a fruit
store at that location. The park is a memorial to him arid Shanghai Valley. See Shanghai Valley,
Marin County. Reference: Department of Parks and Recreation 1999; Ma 1991: 40.
of Bridge Way at Princess Street. The park's name is derived from Yee Tock (Willie) Chee who
lived there from 1919 to the 1950's. A respected member of the community, he operated a fruit
store at that location. The park is a memorial to him arid Shanghai Valley. See Shanghai Valley,
Marin County. Reference: Department of Parks and Recreation 1999; Ma 1991: 40.
Napa County
Berringer Brothers Winery, Napa County.
Chinese participation in
the wine industry can be seen in various locations. For example, a
plaque at the Berringer Brothers Winery in Napa indicates that Chinese dug the wine tunnels
between 1876 and 1880. See Buena Vista Winery, Sonoma County; Greystone Winery, Napa
County.
plaque at the Berringer Brothers Winery in Napa indicates that Chinese dug the wine tunnels
between 1876 and 1880. See Buena Vista Winery, Sonoma County; Greystone Winery, Napa
County.
Calistoga Chinese Business Area, Napa County.
The Calistoga Chinese
business area in the town of Calistoga was north of the railroad tracks off
Lincoln Avenue in 1886. It had three stores, laundry and several dwellings. However, they were
Lincoln Avenue in 1886. It had three stores, laundry and several dwellings. However, they were
1886a.
China Town, Napa County.
China Town (two words) was located on First Street, City of Napa. A plaque erected by the Sam Brannan Chapter No. 1004, E. Clampus Vitus states, " Napa’s China Town was situated on both sides of First Street from this point west to Napa Creek. It occupied the area south of First to the Napa River where the Joss House stood near the juncture of Napa Creek and a narrow wagon road. East of the road were several wood framed houses on stilts and the Lai Hing Co. Additional Chinese houses and the Quong Shew Chang Laundry were on the north side of First Street. The area was abandoned in 1929."
China Town, Napa County.
China Town (two words) was located on First Street, City of Napa. A plaque erected by the Sam Brannan Chapter No. 1004, E. Clampus Vitus states, " Napa’s China Town was situated on both sides of First Street from this point west to Napa Creek. It occupied the area south of First to the Napa River where the Joss House stood near the juncture of Napa Creek and a narrow wagon road. East of the road were several wood framed houses on stilts and the Lai Hing Co. Additional Chinese houses and the Quong Shew Chang Laundry were on the north side of First Street. The area was abandoned in 1929."
China Slough, Napa County.
This marshy inlet is approximately five
miles in length and is parallel to the Napa River where
it reaches San Pablo Bay. Decomposing plants within such a marshy area produce a nutrient-rich,
water-soaked mix of plants and small pieces of rock. In order for the mix to become soil, the
excess water must be removed. Thus, it becomes necessary to build drains, levees and dikes.
Once dried, the mix is a very productive peat type of soil. However, for agricultural crops to do
well, the peat must be broken into small pieces. Chinese laborers constructed the elements
required to drain the marsh and broke up the peat. Over 8,800 acres were reclaimed by them. As
a result, the area become one of the richest food growing regions in California. China Slough
commemorates the effort of those workers. Reference: California Department of Fish and Game
1969; Chan 1986: 173-187; Gillenkirk and Motlow 1987: 19-20; United States Geological Survey 1968.
it reaches San Pablo Bay. Decomposing plants within such a marshy area produce a nutrient-rich,
water-soaked mix of plants and small pieces of rock. In order for the mix to become soil, the
excess water must be removed. Thus, it becomes necessary to build drains, levees and dikes.
Once dried, the mix is a very productive peat type of soil. However, for agricultural crops to do
well, the peat must be broken into small pieces. Chinese laborers constructed the elements
required to drain the marsh and broke up the peat. Over 8,800 acres were reclaimed by them. As
a result, the area become one of the richest food growing regions in California. China Slough
commemorates the effort of those workers. Reference: California Department of Fish and Game
1969; Chan 1986: 173-187; Gillenkirk and Motlow 1987: 19-20; United States Geological Survey 1968.
Greystone Winery, Napa County.
Chinese did much of the construction of
the Greystone Winery in St. Helena, completing it in
1889. They cut the massive stones and dug the tunnels for the wine cellars. Presently known as
the Christian Brothers Winery, it is considered one of the most beautiful buildings in California.
Reference: Heintz 1977: 60-61.
1889. They cut the massive stones and dug the tunnels for the wine cellars. Presently known as
the Christian Brothers Winery, it is considered one of the most beautiful buildings in California.
Reference: Heintz 1977: 60-61.
Napa Chinatown, Napa County.
Napa Chinatown in the town of Napa dates
to the 1860's. The Sam Brannan Chapter of E.
Clampus Vitus commemorated it by placing a plaque at the site on August 16, 1979. It states,
"Napa's Chinatown was situated on both sides of First Street from this point west to Napa Creek.
It occupied the area south of First Street down to the Napa River where the Joss House stood
near the junction of Napa Creek off a narrow wagon road. East of the road were several wood
framed houses on stilts and the Lai Hing Company. Additional Chinese houses and the Quong
Shew Chong Laundry were on the north side of First. The area was abandoned in 1929." The
altar from the joss house is in the collection of the Chinese Historical Society of America. Many
Chinese residents worked in local vineyards and mines and as laborers building the county's
roads, walls and ditches. Reference: Heintz 1977: 55-77; Wong 1987: 146-150.
Clampus Vitus commemorated it by placing a plaque at the site on August 16, 1979. It states,
"Napa's Chinatown was situated on both sides of First Street from this point west to Napa Creek.
It occupied the area south of First Street down to the Napa River where the Joss House stood
near the junction of Napa Creek off a narrow wagon road. East of the road were several wood
framed houses on stilts and the Lai Hing Company. Additional Chinese houses and the Quong
Shew Chong Laundry were on the north side of First. The area was abandoned in 1929." The
altar from the joss house is in the collection of the Chinese Historical Society of America. Many
Chinese residents worked in local vineyards and mines and as laborers building the county's
roads, walls and ditches. Reference: Heintz 1977: 55-77; Wong 1987: 146-150.
Sam Kee Laundry Building, Napa County.
The building, located in Napa, dates to
1875 when it was a two-story structure. It had
been a
laundry operated by Sam Kee and later, a brewery and then a saloon. It is on the National
Registry of Historic Places. Reference: Office of Historic Preservation 1976: 29.
laundry operated by Sam Kee and later, a brewery and then a saloon. It is on the National
Registry of Historic Places. Reference: Office of Historic Preservation 1976: 29.
Sharpsteen Museum, Napa County.
Sharpsteen Museum at 1311 Washington
Street, City of
Calistoga, has dioramas and photo
exhibits of the Chinese in Calistoga and the surrounding area.
exhibits of the Chinese in Calistoga and the surrounding area.
St.
Helena Chinese Business Area, Napa County.
The Chinese business area of the town of St. Helena was located between Main Street and Pope
Street on both sides of the railroad tracks. By 1886, there were two laundries. Reference:
Street on both sides of the railroad tracks. By 1886, there were two laundries. Reference:
Sanborn Insurance Map 1886b.
San Francisco
County
Betty Ong Chinese Recreation Center, San Francisco County.
Betty Ong Chinese Recreation Center is at 1199 Mason Street, City of San Francisco. Betty Ong was the flight attendant on the first aircraft to be high jacketed on September 11, 2001. She provided important information on the highjackers. The recreation center was named in her honor in 2011. Reference: "Betty Ong."
Bing Kong Tong Association Building, San Francisco County.
Betty Ong Chinese Recreation Center is at 1199 Mason Street, City of San Francisco. Betty Ong was the flight attendant on the first aircraft to be high jacketed on September 11, 2001. She provided important information on the highjackers. The recreation center was named in her honor in 2011. Reference: "Betty Ong."
Bing Kong Tong Association Building, San Francisco County.
Located at 29 Waverly Place in the City
of San Francisco, the building is the meeting place of
the Bing Kong Tong. The structure dates to 1911. Reference: Office of Historic Preservation
1979a.
the Bing Kong Tong. The structure dates to 1911. Reference: Office of Historic Preservation
1979a.
Bo On Tong
Building, San Francisco County.
Bo On Tong Building is located at 808 Clay Street, City of San Francisco. It is the headquarters
of a fraternal organization whose membership is limited to those of the Kong Chow Association.
The structure was built in 1908. Reference: Office of Historic Preservation 1979b.
of a fraternal organization whose membership is limited to those of the Kong Chow Association.
The structure was built in 1908. Reference: Office of Historic Preservation 1979b.
California Settlement, San Francisco County.
A Chinese shrimping
operation known as the California Shrimping Company maintained a
settlement on Hunters Point in 1930. Reference: Nash 1973: 5-1 to 5-62.
settlement on Hunters Point in 1930. Reference: Nash 1973: 5-1 to 5-62.
Cameron
House, San
Francisco County.
The Presbyterian residence hall
for Chinese women at 920 Sacramento Street, City of San
Francisco, had as its second superintendent, Donaldina Cameron. In 1942, it was named after her
in recognition of her many years of service. The hall itself dates to 1907. See Old Culbertson
Hall, San Francisco, San Francisco County. Reference: Yip 1985: 164-165.
Francisco, had as its second superintendent, Donaldina Cameron. In 1942, it was named after her
in recognition of her many years of service. The hall itself dates to 1907. See Old Culbertson
Hall, San Francisco, San Francisco County. Reference: Yip 1985: 164-165.
Cathay American
Legion
Post No. 384, San
Francisco County.
Cathay American Legion Post No. 384
began at 33 Hang Ah Street, City of San
Francisco,
during the 1940's. It is now located at 1524 Powell Street, City of San Francisco. The post
continues to offer camaraderie and to provide opportunities for continued service to the
community, care and protection of veterans, widow and orphans and to support pertinent
legislation. Reference: American Legion 1999.
during the 1940's. It is now located at 1524 Powell Street, City of San Francisco. The post
continues to offer camaraderie and to provide opportunities for continued service to the
community, care and protection of veterans, widow and orphans and to support pertinent
legislation. Reference: American Legion 1999.
Chee Kung
Tong Building, San Francisco County.
Located at 36 Spofford Alley, City of San Francisco, the Chee
Kung Tong Building was
constructed in 1907. It was the national headquarters from which Sun Yat-sen directed the
Nationalist revolution for six years. See Wing Sang Mortuary Building, San Francisco County;
Yutton Hotel, San Francisco County. Reference: Office of Historic Preservation 1979c.
constructed in 1907. It was the national headquarters from which Sun Yat-sen directed the
Nationalist revolution for six years. See Wing Sang Mortuary Building, San Francisco County;
Yutton Hotel, San Francisco County. Reference: Office of Historic Preservation 1979c.
Chi Sin Buddhist and Taoist Temple. San Francisco County.
The temple is at 1051 Powell Street, City of San Francisco. Founded in 1979, it is a religious place for Buddhists and Taoists, offering support services and ceremonies for the departed. Reference: "Chi Sin Buddhist and Taoist Association."
Children at Play Mural, San Francisco County.
The public art mural is within the Willie "Woo Woo" Wong Playground, 830 Sacramento Street, City of San Francisco. It depicts two young children at play. See Willie "Woo Woo" Wong, San Francisco County. Reference: "Willie 'Woo Woo' Wong Playground Improvement Project."
Chin Wing Chuen Benevolent Association Building, San Francisco County.
The temple is at 1051 Powell Street, City of San Francisco. Founded in 1979, it is a religious place for Buddhists and Taoists, offering support services and ceremonies for the departed. Reference: "Chi Sin Buddhist and Taoist Association."
Children at Play Mural, San Francisco County.
The public art mural is within the Willie "Woo Woo" Wong Playground, 830 Sacramento Street, City of San Francisco. It depicts two young children at play. See Willie "Woo Woo" Wong, San Francisco County. Reference: "Willie 'Woo Woo' Wong Playground Improvement Project."
Chin Wing Chuen Benevolent Association Building, San Francisco County.
Chin Wing Chuen
Benevolent Association Building is located at 811 Clay Street, City of San
Francisco. Built in 1909, it houses the association for those with the surname of Chin. Reference:
Francisco. Built in 1909, it houses the association for those with the surname of Chin. Reference:
Office of Historic Preservation 1979d.
China Basin, San Francisco County.
China Basin is on the San Francisco Bay
in the City of San Francisco. It was named for the
"China Clippers" of the Pacific Mail Steamship Line that used the port facility. The Pacific Mail
Steamship Line itself was the first such line to be owned by Chinese. The basin had originally
been known as China Flat. See China Basin Street, San Francisco County; China Flat, San
Francisco County. Reference: Hansen 1975: 114; United States Geological Survey 1956.
"China Clippers" of the Pacific Mail Steamship Line that used the port facility. The Pacific Mail
Steamship Line itself was the first such line to be owned by Chinese. The basin had originally
been known as China Flat. See China Basin Street, San Francisco County; China Flat, San
Francisco County. Reference: Hansen 1975: 114; United States Geological Survey 1956.
China
Basin Street, San
Francisco County.
China Basin Street runs in a
north-to-south manner between China Basin and Central Basin in
the City of San Francisco. It is the only direct access to China Basin, hence, its name. Of note
is the fact that the street's name recently changed to that of Terry A. Francois Street. There is a
notation on the new street sign below the new name that simply states, China Basin. See China
Basin, San Francisco County. Reference: Kurnow 1998. Photo.
the City of San Francisco. It is the only direct access to China Basin, hence, its name. Of note
is the fact that the street's name recently changed to that of Terry A. Francois Street. There is a
notation on the new street sign below the new name that simply states, China Basin. See China
Basin, San Francisco County. Reference: Kurnow 1998. Photo.
China Beach, San Francisco County.
When the Golden Gate National Recreation
Area began to consolidate coastal holdings, it
acquired the James Phelan State Park. Upon title transfer from the state to the National Park
System in 1977, Phelan State Park became known as the China Beach Unit of the National
Recreation Area. In 1981, a granite monument was placed there, bearing the inscription, "China
Beach. Since Gold Rush times, this cove was used as a campsite by many of the Chinese
fishermen who worked in and around San Francisco Bay. Their efforts to supply the needs of a
young city helped establish one of the area's most important industries and traditions. Gift of
Henry and Diana Chung family, 1981." Reference: Hunter 1992.
acquired the James Phelan State Park. Upon title transfer from the state to the National Park
System in 1977, Phelan State Park became known as the China Beach Unit of the National
Recreation Area. In 1981, a granite monument was placed there, bearing the inscription, "China
Beach. Since Gold Rush times, this cove was used as a campsite by many of the Chinese
fishermen who worked in and around San Francisco Bay. Their efforts to supply the needs of a
young city helped establish one of the area's most important industries and traditions. Gift of
Henry and Diana Chung family, 1981." Reference: Hunter 1992.
China
Flat, San Francisco County.
The Santa Fe Railroad reached Point
Richmond in the East Bay during the late 1890's. To move
goods from Richmond to San Francisco, the railroad needed a terminal facility on both sides of
the East Bay. On the San Francisco side, the Santa Fe leased a mud flat from the State Board of
Harbor Commissioners. Using mostly Chinese labor, a stone seawall was built around 24 acres
of the mud flat that was filled with 4 million cubic feet of rock. Slips and railroad yards were
then built on the fill. The facility was known as China Flat. It opened for freight service in 1900.
See China Basin, San Francisco County. Reference: Bryant 1974: 179-80.
goods from Richmond to San Francisco, the railroad needed a terminal facility on both sides of
the East Bay. On the San Francisco side, the Santa Fe leased a mud flat from the State Board of
Harbor Commissioners. Using mostly Chinese labor, a stone seawall was built around 24 acres
of the mud flat that was filled with 4 million cubic feet of rock. Slips and railroad yards were
then built on the fill. The facility was known as China Flat. It opened for freight service in 1900.
See China Basin, San Francisco County. Reference: Bryant 1974: 179-80.
Chinatown Commercial Building, San Francisco County.
Chinatown Commercial building at 217
Columbus Avenue, City of San Francisco,
is architecturally unique.
It was an attempt at a Chinese-like style in the rebuilding of San Francisco
Chinatown after the 1906 earthquake/fire. Built in 1907, its style was not copied. Reference:
Chinatown after the 1906 earthquake/fire. Built in 1907, its style was not copied. Reference:
Office of Historic Preservation 197ge.
Chinatown
Gateway, San Francisco County.
San Francisco. It combines traditional Chinese architecture and modem building materials. The
Republic of China provided the ceramic tiles. See San Francisco Chinatown, 'San Francisco
County. Reference: Yip 1985: 347- 349.
Chinatown Housing for
the Elderly, San
Francisco County.
Chinatown Housing for the
Elderly is in three buildings on Pacific Street ranging from Powell
Street to Grant Avenue, City of San Francisco. It is a recent effort to alleviate substandard
housing conditions for the elderly of Chinatown. There are garden terraces on the roof top. See
Ping Yuen Public Housing Project, San Francisco County; San Francisco Chinatown, San
Francisco County. Reference: Yip 1985: 343-344.
Street to Grant Avenue, City of San Francisco. It is a recent effort to alleviate substandard
housing conditions for the elderly of Chinatown. There are garden terraces on the roof top. See
Ping Yuen Public Housing Project, San Francisco County; San Francisco Chinatown, San
Francisco County. Reference: Yip 1985: 343-344.
Chinatown Telephone
Exchange Building, San Francisco County.
The Chinatown Telephone
Exchange dates to the 1890's and employed male operators who spoke
only Chinese. Messengers notified people within San Francisco Chinatown when they had
telephone calls. In 1896, the switchboard and offices moved to 743 Washington Street, City of
San Francisco. Destroyed in the 1906 earthquake/fire, it was rebuilt at the same location in 1909.
By 1926, it handled 17,000 calls per day, employed female operators, no longer spoke only
Chinese and had long since done away with the messengers. The building has a distinctive
appearance in that it is a free standing pagoda. But, it can only be seen from Washington Street.
See San Francisco Chinatown, San Francisco County. Reference: Yip 1985: 209-214.
only Chinese. Messengers notified people within San Francisco Chinatown when they had
telephone calls. In 1896, the switchboard and offices moved to 743 Washington Street, City of
San Francisco. Destroyed in the 1906 earthquake/fire, it was rebuilt at the same location in 1909.
By 1926, it handled 17,000 calls per day, employed female operators, no longer spoke only
Chinese and had long since done away with the messengers. The building has a distinctive
appearance in that it is a free standing pagoda. But, it can only be seen from Washington Street.
See San Francisco Chinatown, San Francisco County. Reference: Yip 1985: 209-214.
Chinese American
Citizens Alliance National Headquarters, San Francisco County.
Beginning as the Native Sons of the Golden State, a reorganization and new charter changed the
organization's name to the Chinese American Citizen Alliance in 1915. The Alliance is a political
action body that has been an important element in the struggle for equality. The headquarters
building, constructed in 1921, is at 1044 Stockton Street, City of San Francisco. See Walter U.
Lum Place, San Francisco County. Reference: Chung 1998: 95-126; Yip 1985: 287-288.
Beginning as the Native Sons of the Golden State, a reorganization and new charter changed the
organization's name to the Chinese American Citizen Alliance in 1915. The Alliance is a political
action body that has been an important element in the struggle for equality. The headquarters
building, constructed in 1921, is at 1044 Stockton Street, City of San Francisco. See Walter U.
Lum Place, San Francisco County. Reference: Chung 1998: 95-126; Yip 1985: 287-288.
Chinese American War Memorial. San Francisco County.
Chinese American War Memorial is located in the center of Saint Mary's Square, 651 California Street, City of San Francisco. The memorial lists the 90 or so Chinese Americans who died in WWI and WWII. reference: English 2013.
Chinese Baptist Church, San Francisco County.
Chinese American War Memorial is located in the center of Saint Mary's Square, 651 California Street, City of San Francisco. The memorial lists the 90 or so Chinese Americans who died in WWI and WWII. reference: English 2013.
Chinese Baptist Church, San Francisco County.
One of the earliest
Christian churches in San Francisco Chinatown, the
Chinese Baptist Church
dates to 1854. A permanent home for it was built in 1871. After the 1906 earthquake/fire, the
church was rebuilt in 1908 at 981 Washington Street, City of San Francisco. See San Francisco
Chinatown, San Francisco County. Reference: Yip 1985: 214-217.
dates to 1854. A permanent home for it was built in 1871. After the 1906 earthquake/fire, the
church was rebuilt in 1908 at 981 Washington Street, City of San Francisco. See San Francisco
Chinatown, San Francisco County. Reference: Yip 1985: 214-217.
Chinese Central High
School, San
Francisco County.
This is the current name for Ta Ch'ing
Shu-yuan. See Ta Ch'ing Shu-yuan, San
Francisco County.
Chinese Chamber of
Commerce Building, San Francisco County.
By the late 1880's, the Chinese realized that an overarching organization was needed
for the
regulation of business among them. The need was met by the Chinese Chamber of
Commerce, established in 1908. The facade of its headquarters building, at 728-30 Sacramento
Street, City of San Francisco, became the standard style for subsequent Chinese Chamber of
Commerce buildings throughout California. Reference: Yip 1985: 249, 252.
regulation of business among them. The need was met by the Chinese Chamber of
Commerce, established in 1908. The facade of its headquarters building, at 728-30 Sacramento
Street, City of San Francisco, became the standard style for subsequent Chinese Chamber of
Commerce buildings throughout California. Reference: Yip 1985: 249, 252.
Chinese Congregational
Church, San
Francisco County.
Established in 1870, the
Chinese Congregational Church was severely damaged in the 1906
earthquake/fire. It was reconstructed in 1908 on Walter U. Lum Place, City of San Francisco.
Reference: Yip 1985: 217.
earthquake/fire. It was reconstructed in 1908 on Walter U. Lum Place, City of San Francisco.
Reference: Yip 1985: 217.
Chinese Consolidated Benevolent
Association Building, San Francisco County.
Founded before 1862 as the Chinese Six
Companies, the association became the central
coordinating body and spokesperson for the Chinese community. The original headquarters
building was destroyed by the 1906 earthquake/fire. By 1908, the association, now known as the
Chinese Benevolent Association, had relocated to 843 Stockton Street, City of San Francisco.
Reference: Chinn 1969: 64- 66; Yip 1985: 183.
coordinating body and spokesperson for the Chinese community. The original headquarters
building was destroyed by the 1906 earthquake/fire. By 1908, the association, now known as the
Chinese Benevolent Association, had relocated to 843 Stockton Street, City of San Francisco.
Reference: Chinn 1969: 64- 66; Yip 1985: 183.
Chinese Culture Center of San Francisco, San Francisco County.
Chinese Culture Center is located at 750
Kearny Street, City of San Francisco. It features
photographs of Chinese Americans and Chinese art as well as folk art and crafts. Reference:
photographs of Chinese Americans and Chinese art as well as folk art and crafts. Reference:
California Council 1991: 197.
Chinese Historical Society of America
Museum, San
Francisco County.
The Chinese Historical Society of
America Museum is at 965 Clay Street, City of San
Francisco. The facility contains exhibits, printed material and artifact collections
related to Chinese Americans in the United States with an emphasis on California. It is operated
by the Chinese Historical Society of America.
Francisco. The facility contains exhibits, printed material and artifact collections
related to Chinese Americans in the United States with an emphasis on California. It is operated
by the Chinese Historical Society of America.
Chinese Hospital, San Francisco County.
After the destruction of Tung Wah
Dispensary in the 1906 earthquake/fire, a major community-
based fund raising effort was launched to rebuild it. This occurred in 1918. The new facility,
named Chinese Hospital and located at 845 Jackson Street, City of San Francisco, was officially
opened on April 18, 1925. See Tung Wah Dispensary, San Francisco, San Francisco County.
Reference: Trauner 1978: 82-86; Yip 1985: 285-287.
based fund raising effort was launched to rebuild it. This occurred in 1918. The new facility,
named Chinese Hospital and located at 845 Jackson Street, City of San Francisco, was officially
opened on April 18, 1925. See Tung Wah Dispensary, San Francisco, San Francisco County.
Reference: Trauner 1978: 82-86; Yip 1985: 285-287.
Chinese Nationalist Daily Building, San Francisco County.
Located at 809 Sacramento Street, City
of San Francisco, the building was the home of the
newspaper Chinese National Daily (Kuo Min Yat Po) from 1924 to 1967. The newspaper was
the left wing publication of the Kuomingtang Party of China. See Kuomingtang Building, San
Francisco County. Reference: Office of Historic Preservation 1979f.
newspaper Chinese National Daily (Kuo Min Yat Po) from 1924 to 1967. The newspaper was
the left wing publication of the Kuomingtang Party of China. See Kuomingtang Building, San
Francisco County. Reference: Office of Historic Preservation 1979f.
Chinese Penthouse, San Francisco County.
The first Chinese American nightclub in
the country was Andy Wong's Chinese Penthouse in
the Grandview Hotel at the corner of Pine Street and Grant Avenue. It opened on December 21,
1937 and changed its name to Chinese Sky Room shortly thereafter. It featured all-Chinese
entertainment. See Forbidden City Nightclub, San Francisco County. Reference: Dong 1992:
126.
the Grandview Hotel at the corner of Pine Street and Grant Avenue. It opened on December 21,
1937 and changed its name to Chinese Sky Room shortly thereafter. It featured all-Chinese
entertainment. See Forbidden City Nightclub, San Francisco County. Reference: Dong 1992:
126.
Chinese Presbyterian Church Building, San Francisco County.
Chinese Presbyterian Church building is
at 925 Stockton Street, City of San Francisco. Although
the church itself was established in 1853, the current structure was built in 1916. Reference:
the church itself was established in 1853, the current structure was built in 1916. Reference:
Office of Historic Preservation 1979g.
Chinese
Primary School, San Francisco County.
Established April 13,
1885 in San Francisco Chinatown at Jackson Street and Powell Street,
Chinese Primary School relocated to Washington Street in 1914. The school resulted from a
California Supreme Court ruling in favor of Chinese children being allowed to attend public
school. However, its name was changed to Commodore Stockton School in 1924 as a means of
removing what was felt to be a discriminatory name, i.e., Chinese Primary School. See
Commodore Stockton School, San Francisco County. Reference: Yip 1985: 166,269.
Chinese Primary School relocated to Washington Street in 1914. The school resulted from a
California Supreme Court ruling in favor of Chinese children being allowed to attend public
school. However, its name was changed to Commodore Stockton School in 1924 as a means of
removing what was felt to be a discriminatory name, i.e., Chinese Primary School. See
Commodore Stockton School, San Francisco County. Reference: Yip 1985: 166,269.
Chinese Sky Room, San Francisco County.
Chinese Sky Room was a later name for
the Chinese Penthouse, the first Chinese American
nightclub. See Chinese Penthouse, San Francisco County.
nightclub. See Chinese Penthouse, San Francisco County.
Chinese Theater Building, San
Francisco County.
Chinese Theater building
was constructed on Grant Avenue, City of San Francisco, in 1852. It
officially opened on December 23. Brought from China, it was reportedly the first Chinese
Theatre to be built in the United States. Reference: Chinn 1969:72.
officially opened on December 23. Brought from China, it was reportedly the first Chinese
Theatre to be built in the United States. Reference: Chinn 1969:72.
Chinese United
Methodist Church, San Francisco County.
A Methodist Mission was
established in 1870 at 916 Washington Street, City of San Francisco.
It included a chapel, school and home for female orphans and young women rescued from
bondage. Rebuilt after the 1906 earthquake/fire, its main entrance was on Stockton Street. See
Gum Moon Residence Hall, San Francisco, San Francisco County. Reference: Yip 1985: 221.
It included a chapel, school and home for female orphans and young women rescued from
bondage. Rebuilt after the 1906 earthquake/fire, its main entrance was on Stockton Street. See
Gum Moon Residence Hall, San Francisco, San Francisco County. Reference: Yip 1985: 221.
Chinese Young Man's
Christian Association Facilities, San Francisco County.
Community churchmen
approved the idea of establishing a Young Man's Christian Association
in 1911. A building at 1028 Stockton Street, City of San Francisco, was dedicated on May 29,
1912. Continued expansion and successful programs prompted a move to 855 Sacramento Street
on February 22, 1926. Reference: Yip 1985: 275-276.
in 1911. A building at 1028 Stockton Street, City of San Francisco, was dedicated on May 29,
1912. Continued expansion and successful programs prompted a move to 855 Sacramento Street
on February 22, 1926. Reference: Yip 1985: 275-276.
Chinese Young Women's
Christian Association Center, San Francisco County.
A Young Woman's Christian
Association for Chinese women was first organized in the
community in 1878. Today's center was designed by Julia Morgan. Its residence club at 940
Powell Street, City of San Francisco opened August 15, 1932, while the center itself, 965 Clay
Street, City of San Francisco, opened on October 8th of the same year. Presently, the building
is scheduled to become the National Chinese American Museum. See National Chinese
American Museum, San Francisco County. Reference: Yip 1985: 278-284. Photo.
community in 1878. Today's center was designed by Julia Morgan. Its residence club at 940
Powell Street, City of San Francisco opened August 15, 1932, while the center itself, 965 Clay
Street, City of San Francisco, opened on October 8th of the same year. Presently, the building
is scheduled to become the National Chinese American Museum. See National Chinese
American Museum, San Francisco County. Reference: Yip 1985: 278-284. Photo.
Chung Sai Yat Po
Building, San
Francisco County.
Chung Sai Yat Po
building, constructed in 1915 at 716 Sacramento Street, City of San Francisco,
was the last home of the newspaper, Chung Sai Yat Po. Started by Dr. Ng Poon Chew, it was the
voice of the Christian community and a supporter of the Nationalist Revolution in China.
Reference: Office of Historic Preservation 1979h.
was the last home of the newspaper, Chung Sai Yat Po. Started by Dr. Ng Poon Chew, it was the
voice of the Christian community and a supporter of the Nationalist Revolution in China.
Reference: Office of Historic Preservation 1979h.
Chuy Lung Bazaar Building, San Francisco County.
Located at 672 Sacramento
Street, City of San Francisco, Chuy Lung Bazaar building was
constructed in 1907. It was one of the stores of the oldest known business to have endured from
the Gold Rush to the Twentieth Century. It went out of business in 1912. Reference: Office of
Historic Preservation 1979i.
constructed in 1907. It was one of the stores of the oldest known business to have endured from
the Gold Rush to the Twentieth Century. It went out of business in 1912. Reference: Office of
Historic Preservation 1979i.
City Settlement, San Francisco County.
City Settlement
was operated by the City Shrimping Company, a Chinese fishing business,
on
Hunters Point in 1930. Reference: Nash 1973: 5-1 to 5-62.
Hunters Point in 1930. Reference: Nash 1973: 5-1 to 5-62.
Clement Chinatown, San Francisco County.
Clement Chinatown is
along Clement Street between Sixth Street and Tenth Street in the
City
of San Francisco. About three miles west of San Francisco Chinatown, it is a concentration of
Chinese that was evident by the early 1970's. The settlement resulted from the increased costs of
living in San Francisco Chinatown. See Sunset Chinatown, San Francisco County. Reference:
of San Francisco. About three miles west of San Francisco Chinatown, it is a concentration of
Chinese that was evident by the early 1970's. The settlement resulted from the increased costs of
living in San Francisco Chinatown. See Sunset Chinatown, San Francisco County. Reference:
Minnick 1999.
Commodore Stockton School, San Francisco County.
Commodore Stockton School
was built in 1914 on Washington Street, City of San Francisco.
Alice Fong, the first teacher of Chinese ancestry in the city, began her teaching career there in
1926. See Chinese Primary School, San Francisco County. Reference: Office of Historic
Preservation 1979j.
Alice Fong, the first teacher of Chinese ancestry in the city, began her teaching career there in
1926. See Chinese Primary School, San Francisco County. Reference: Office of Historic
Preservation 1979j.
Dai Chung Lou, San Francisco County.
Dai Chung Lou, Church of the Big Bell, was actually
St. Mary's
Cathedral. It had been
constructed using Chinese labor at the comer of today' s Grant Avenue and California Street, City
of San Francisco, in 1853. The foundation was made of granite that had been quarried in China.
After the earthquake/fire of 1906, it was razed, reestablished and moved several times, eventually
occupying the comer of Clay Street and Stockton Street. It maintained its original Chinese
granite foundation. The church opened on August 1, 1921 and is often called Sing Ma-li by
today's Chinatown residents. It is California Historic Landmark No. 810. Reference: Dong n.d.:
2; Yip 1985: 219.
constructed using Chinese labor at the comer of today' s Grant Avenue and California Street, City
of San Francisco, in 1853. The foundation was made of granite that had been quarried in China.
After the earthquake/fire of 1906, it was razed, reestablished and moved several times, eventually
occupying the comer of Clay Street and Stockton Street. It maintained its original Chinese
granite foundation. The church opened on August 1, 1921 and is often called Sing Ma-li by
today's Chinatown residents. It is California Historic Landmark No. 810. Reference: Dong n.d.:
2; Yip 1985: 219.
Dai Fow, San Francisco County.
Dai Fow, literally
"Big City," is the Chinese name of San Francisco. The term also refers to it
being the first place seen by most new immigrants and that the city had the largest Chinese
population in Gum Shan. See San Francisco Chinatown, San Francisco County.
being the first place seen by most new immigrants and that the city had the largest Chinese
population in Gum Shan. See San Francisco Chinatown, San Francisco County.
Dr. Sun Yet Sen 1866-1925 Memorial. San Francisco County.
The memorial is in Saint Mary's Square at 651 California Street, City of San Francisco. The modernistic statue includes a plaque noting that he was the first president of the Chinese Republic. Reference: English 2013.
Eastern Bakery, San Francisco County.
The memorial is in Saint Mary's Square at 651 California Street, City of San Francisco. The modernistic statue includes a plaque noting that he was the first president of the Chinese Republic. Reference: English 2013.
Eastern Bakery, San Francisco County.
Eastern Bakery is often
considered the first in San Francisco Chinatown to serve a complete line
of western baked goods. It opened in 1923 at its present location, 720 Grant Avenue. Reference:
of western baked goods. It opened in 1923 at its present location, 720 Grant Avenue. Reference:
Yip 1985: 293-296.
Far East Cafe. San Francisco County.
Far East Cafe is at 631 Grant Avenue, City of San Francisco. The building was constructed in 1908. The Far East Cafe has occupied the building since 1920. Reference: Ruppenstein, 2014.
First Baptist Church. San Francisco County.
First Baptist Church is located at 15 Waverly Place, City of San Francisco. It was founded in 1880 in rental space, moving to its present location in 1888. The building was destroyed by the 1906 earthquake and rebuilt in 1908. Reference: "Discover FCBC."
Fook On Lung Settlement, San Francisco County.
Far East Cafe is at 631 Grant Avenue, City of San Francisco. The building was constructed in 1908. The Far East Cafe has occupied the building since 1920. Reference: Ruppenstein, 2014.
First Baptist Church. San Francisco County.
First Baptist Church is located at 15 Waverly Place, City of San Francisco. It was founded in 1880 in rental space, moving to its present location in 1888. The building was destroyed by the 1906 earthquake and rebuilt in 1908. Reference: "Discover FCBC."
Fook On Lung Settlement, San Francisco County.
The Fook On Lung
Shrimping Company had a shrimping settlement on Hunters Point in
1910.
Reference: Nash 1973: 5-1 to 5-62.
Reference: Nash 1973: 5-1 to 5-62.
Forbidden City Nightclub Building, San
Francisco County.
The building located at
355 Sutter Street, City of San
Francisco, was the home of the famous
Forbidden City Nightclub. It opened on December 22, 1938, closing in 1962. Coverage of the
night club in the December 9, 1940 issue of Life magazine gave the place nationwide publicity.
A favorite spot of military servicemen during World War II, its staff and entertainers were
Chinese. An award-winning film documentary about the nightclub by Arthur Dong titled
Forbidden City, US.A. appeared in 1989. See Chinese Penthouse, San Francisco County.
Reference: Dong 1992: 126; Office of Historic Preservation 1978.
Forbidden City Nightclub. It opened on December 22, 1938, closing in 1962. Coverage of the
night club in the December 9, 1940 issue of Life magazine gave the place nationwide publicity.
A favorite spot of military servicemen during World War II, its staff and entertainers were
Chinese. An award-winning film documentary about the nightclub by Arthur Dong titled
Forbidden City, US.A. appeared in 1989. See Chinese Penthouse, San Francisco County.
Reference: Dong 1992: 126; Office of Historic Preservation 1978.
Gee Family Association Building, San Francisco County.
Gee Family Association
building is on the comer at 101 Waverly Place, City of San Francisco.
However, it is not designed as a comer structure. Rather, it has one facade on Waverly Place and
another on Clay Street. The building is the headquarters of the association for those with the
surname of Gee. Reference: Office of Historic Preservation 1979k.
However, it is not designed as a comer structure. Rather, it has one facade on Waverly Place and
another on Clay Street. The building is the headquarters of the association for those with the
surname of Gee. Reference: Office of Historic Preservation 1979k.
Gee How Oak
Tin Association Building, San Francisco County.
Gee How Oak Tin
Association building at 834 Washington Street is the meeting place for those
of the Chan, Woo and Yuan families. The building was constructed in 1920. Reference: Office
of Historic Preservation 19791.
of the Chan, Woo and Yuan families. The building was constructed in 1920. Reference: Office
of Historic Preservation 19791.
George Settlement, San
Francisco County.
Chinese shrimp fishermen
lived in the settlement owned by
the George Company in 1930. It was
on Hunters Point. Reference: Nash 1973: 5-1 to 5-62.
on Hunters Point. Reference: Nash 1973: 5-1 to 5-62.
Gold Mountain Historical Marker, San Francisco County.
The marker is in the Embarcadero near Battery Street in the post office area, City of San Francisco. It details the story of early Chinese immigrants in the San Francisco region. Reference: Swackhamer 2013.
Gold Mountain Mural. San Francisco County.
Gold Mountain Mural is on Romolo Place between Fresno Street and Broadway, City of San Francisco. The public art depicts the contributions of the Chinese to American history, to include Betty Ong. See Betty Ong Chinese Recreation Center, San Francisco County. Reference: "Betty Ong."
Golden Gate Settlement, San Francisco County.
The marker is in the Embarcadero near Battery Street in the post office area, City of San Francisco. It details the story of early Chinese immigrants in the San Francisco region. Reference: Swackhamer 2013.
Gold Mountain Mural. San Francisco County.
Gold Mountain Mural is on Romolo Place between Fresno Street and Broadway, City of San Francisco. The public art depicts the contributions of the Chinese to American history, to include Betty Ong. See Betty Ong Chinese Recreation Center, San Francisco County. Reference: "Betty Ong."
Golden Gate Settlement, San Francisco County.
This was a settlement of
Chinese shrimp fishermen operated by the Golden Gate Company
on
Hunters Point in 1930. Reference: Nash 1973: 5-1 to 5-62.
Hunters Point in 1930. Reference: Nash 1973: 5-1 to 5-62.
Golden West Settlement, San
Francisco County.
The Golden West Shrimp
Company, Chinese owned and operated, had a
settlement on Hunters
Point in 1930. Reference: Nash 1973: 5-1 to 5-62.
Point in 1930. Reference: Nash 1973: 5-1 to 5-62.
Gordon J. Lau Elementary School. San Francisco County.
Gordon J. Lau Elementary School is at 950 Clay Street, City of San Francisco. The school was originally founded as a segregated school in 1859. In 1998, it was named in honor of Gordon J. Lau, San Francisco's first Chinese American supervisor. Reference: "Lau (Gordon J.) Elementary School."
Gum Moon Residence Hall, San Francisco County.
Gordon J. Lau Elementary School is at 950 Clay Street, City of San Francisco. The school was originally founded as a segregated school in 1859. In 1998, it was named in honor of Gordon J. Lau, San Francisco's first Chinese American supervisor. Reference: "Lau (Gordon J.) Elementary School."
Gum Moon Residence Hall, San Francisco County.
The Chinese United
Methodist Church built Gum Moon Residence Hall at 940 Washington
Street, City of San Francisco. Located next to the church and designed by Julia Morgan, it was
dedicated on January 27, 1913 and served as a home for women. See Chinese United Methodist
Church, San Francisco, San Francisco County. Reference: Choy 1990: 58; Yip 1985: 224.
Street, City of San Francisco. Located next to the church and designed by Julia Morgan, it was
dedicated on January 27, 1913 and served as a home for women. See Chinese United Methodist
Church, San Francisco, San Francisco County. Reference: Choy 1990: 58; Yip 1985: 224.
Haak Seung Gung-hui Building, San
Francisco County.
Haak Seung Gung-hui Building was constructed in 1907 at 767 Commercial Street, City of San
Francisco. It is the headquarters of the Sze Yup Merchant Guild. Reference: Office of Historic
Preservation 1979m.
Francisco. It is the headquarters of the Sze Yup Merchant Guild. Reference: Office of Historic
Preservation 1979m.
Hang Ah Street is the Chinese name for
Pagoda Place. The Hang Ah Tea Room on the street
was the gathering place for members of the Young China Association around 1919 to 1923.
See Kuomingtang Building, San Francisco County; Pagoda Place, San Francisco County; Wing
Sang Mortuary, San Francisco County. Reference: Lai 1999.
was the gathering place for members of the Young China Association around 1919 to 1923.
See Kuomingtang Building, San Francisco County; Pagoda Place, San Francisco County; Wing
Sang Mortuary, San Francisco County. Reference: Lai 1999.
Hangkow
Tassel Company Building,
San Francisco County.
Hangkow Tassel Company building at 400
Grant Avenue, City of San Francisco, was built
in
1913. It is notable in that it mixes classical and pseudo-Chinese architectural elements. It also
marks the transition in scale from nearby shopping district structures to the scale of San
Francisco Chinatown buildings. Like many buildings in San Francisco Chinatown, its use has
varied through time. See San Francisco Chinatown, San Francisco County. Reference: Office of
Historic Preservation 1979n.
1913. It is notable in that it mixes classical and pseudo-Chinese architectural elements. It also
marks the transition in scale from nearby shopping district structures to the scale of San
Francisco Chinatown buildings. Like many buildings in San Francisco Chinatown, its use has
varied through time. See San Francisco Chinatown, San Francisco County. Reference: Office of
Historic Preservation 1979n.
Hip
Sen Tong Building, San Francisco County.
Hip Sen Tong building at 824 Washington
Street, City of San Francisco, was built in 1910.
Commercial use characterizes its first floor with the upper floors housing the Hip Sen Tong.
Reference: Office of Historic Preservation 19790.
Commercial use characterizes its first floor with the upper floors housing the Hip Sen Tong.
Reference: Office of Historic Preservation 19790.
Hip
Sing Tong Building, San
Francisco County.
Located at 757 Clay Street, City of San Francisco, Hip Sing Tong building was built in 1907.
Its
upper floor is the headquarters of the Hip Sing Tong. Reference: Office of Historic Preservation
1979p.
upper floor is the headquarters of the Hip Sing Tong. Reference: Office of Historic Preservation
1979p.
Kong
Chow Temple, San
Francisco County.
In existence by at least 1857 and
possibly as early as 1853, the Kong Chow Temple is owned by
the Kong Chow Association that itself dates to 1851. The temple was destroyed by the
earthquake/fire of 1906. But, the Kuan Ti (K wan Kung) statue was saved. After moving several
times, the Temple is now at 865 Stockton Street, City of San Francisco, with the statue properly
displayed. Reference: Wells 1962: 19-20,22; Yip 1985: 206-209, 366-368.
the Kong Chow Association that itself dates to 1851. The temple was destroyed by the
earthquake/fire of 1906. But, the Kuan Ti (K wan Kung) statue was saved. After moving several
times, the Temple is now at 865 Stockton Street, City of San Francisco, with the statue properly
displayed. Reference: Wells 1962: 19-20,22; Yip 1985: 206-209, 366-368.
Kuomingtang
Building, San Francisco County.
Kuomingtang building at 830 Stockton
Street, City of San Francisco, dates to 1915. It served as
the headquarters of the Kuomingtang Party of the Republic of China. See Chinese Nationalist
Daily Building, San Francisco County; Hang Ah Street, San Francisco County. Reference: Office
of Historic Preservation 1979q.
the headquarters of the Kuomingtang Party of the Republic of China. See Chinese Nationalist
Daily Building, San Francisco County; Hang Ah Street, San Francisco County. Reference: Office
of Historic Preservation 1979q.
Lee
Long Si Tung Building, San Francisco County.
Lee Long Si Tung building at 109 Waverly
Place, City of San Francisco, was built in 1907. It
is the meeting place of those with surname of Lee. The organization is for elders and more
formal activities. See Lee On Dong Association Building, San Francisco County. Reference:
is the meeting place of those with surname of Lee. The organization is for elders and more
formal activities. See Lee On Dong Association Building, San Francisco County. Reference:
Office of Historic Preservation 1979r.
Lee
On Dong Association Building, San Francisco County.
Lee On Dong Association building at 911
Grant Avenue, City of San Francisco, was built in
1919. It houses the association of those with the surname of Lee. The organization is for the
1919. It houses the association of those with the surname of Lee. The organization is for the
Leong Family
Association Building, San
Francisco County.
Leong Family
Association building is at
957 Grant Avenue, City of San Francisco. Built in 1907,
it is the headquarters for the Leong Chung How Benevolent Association. The association is for
those with the surname of Leong. Reference: Office of Historic Preservation 1979t.
it is the headquarters for the Leong Chung How Benevolent Association. The association is for
those with the surname of Leong. Reference: Office of Historic Preservation 1979t.
Leuong
Shui Settlement, San Francisco County.
Chinese shrimp fishermen lived and worked at this settlement that was owned by the Leuong
Shui
Company in 1930. The settlement was at Hunters Point. Reference: Nash 1973: 5-1 to 5-62.
Company in 1930. The settlement was at Hunters Point. Reference: Nash 1973: 5-1 to 5-62.
Lone
Mountain Cemetery, San Francisco
County.
Lone Mountain
Cemetery at California Street and Geary Street, was opened for the Chinese on
May 30, 1854. It encompassed 160 acres and was renamed Laurel Hill Cemetery in 1867. When
Laurel Hill Cemetery was discontinued, the interred were relocated to Cypress Lawn Cemetery,
San Mateo County. Today, it is the site of University of San Francisco University, Lone Mountain Campus, 2130 Fulton Street, San Francisco. Reference: Chin n.d.(a).
May 30, 1854. It encompassed 160 acres and was renamed Laurel Hill Cemetery in 1867. When
Laurel Hill Cemetery was discontinued, the interred were relocated to Cypress Lawn Cemetery,
San Mateo County. Today, it is the site of University of San Francisco University, Lone Mountain Campus, 2130 Fulton Street, San Francisco. Reference: Chin n.d.(a).
Loong
Kong
Tien Yee Association Building, San
Francisco County.
Loong Kong Tien Yee Association building at 924 Grant Avenue, City of San Francisco, was
built in 1906. It is an organization for those with the surname of Low, Quan, Chang and Chew.
Reference: Office of Historic Preservation 1979u.
built in 1906. It is an organization for those with the surname of Low, Quan, Chang and Chew.
Reference: Office of Historic Preservation 1979u.
Low Apartments, San Francisco County.
Low Apartments at 1060
Powell Street, City of San Francisco, was built in 1926 by Mrs.
Chew
Fong Low. It is of particular note because at that time, it was extremely unusual for a Chinese
American woman to have been so assertive. Reference: Office of Historic Preservation 1979v.
Fong Low. It is of particular note because at that time, it was extremely unusual for a Chinese
American woman to have been so assertive. Reference: Office of Historic Preservation 1979v.
Lum Building, San Francisco County.
Lum building at 953 Grant Avenue, City of San Francisco, was built in 1908.
It is the meeting
place for those with the surname of Lum. Reference: Office of Historic Preservation 1979w.
place for those with the surname of Lum. Reference: Office of Historic Preservation 1979w.
Mei Lun Chinatown Housing
Project, San Francisco County.
Mei Lun Chinatown Housing
Project is at Sacramento Street and
Stockton Street, City of San
Francisco. Completed in 1982, it provided low cost housing for the community. Mei Lun features
185 units of residential housing, commercial services, meeting facilities and parking. See San
Francisco Chinatown, San Francisco County. Reference: Yip 1985: 344.
Francisco. Completed in 1982, it provided low cost housing for the community. Mei Lun features
185 units of residential housing, commercial services, meeting facilities and parking. See San
Francisco Chinatown, San Francisco County. Reference: Yip 1985: 344.
Mission Creek Chinese Fishing Colony, San Francisco County.
Approximately 150 Chinese fishermen established a colony near the mouth of Mission Creek in
1854. They reportedly caught as much as 3,000 pounds of fish per day. Reference: Chinese
Historical Society of America Museum, 1999.
1854. They reportedly caught as much as 3,000 pounds of fish per day. Reference: Chinese
Historical Society of America Museum, 1999.
Nam Kue School, San Francisco County.
Nam Kue School was operated by the Nam Hoy Benevolent Association
and opened on March
10,1920. The school moved from its original Jackson Street location to 765 Sacramento Street,
10,1920. The school moved from its original Jackson Street location to 765 Sacramento Street,
New Shanghai Low Building, San Francisco County.
New Shanghai Low building
at 437 Grant Avenue, City of San Francisco, was built in 1922. A
Chinese night club and restaurant, it represents San Francisco Chinatown of the 1920's when it
was seeking new ways of catering to the general population of the city and the tourist trade.
Reference: Office of Historic Preservation 1979x.
Chinese night club and restaurant, it represents San Francisco Chinatown of the 1920's when it
was seeking new ways of catering to the general population of the city and the tourist trade.
Reference: Office of Historic Preservation 1979x.
Ning Kue Association Building, San
Francisco County.
Ning Kue Association
building at 772 Commercial Street, City of
San Francisco, was built in
1908. It is the youth branch of the Ning Yung Association. See Ning Yung Association Building,
San Francisco County. Reference: Office of Historic Preservation 1979y.
1908. It is the youth branch of the Ning Yung Association. See Ning Yung Association Building,
San Francisco County. Reference: Office of Historic Preservation 1979y.
Ning Yung Association Building, San Francisco County.
Ning Yung Association
building located at 41 Waverly Place, City of San Francisco, was
constructed in 1907, being rebuilt at the same location after the 1906 earthquake/fire. The
association itself dates to 1853. See Ning Kue Association Building, San Francisco County.
Reference: Choy 1990: 59; Office of Historic Preservation 1979z.
constructed in 1907, being rebuilt at the same location after the 1906 earthquake/fire. The
association itself dates to 1853. See Ning Kue Association Building, San Francisco County.
Reference: Choy 1990: 59; Office of Historic Preservation 1979z.
Old Chinatown Lane, San
Francisco County.
See San Francisco
Chinatown Street Names: Ma Fong Hong, San Francisco County.
Old Culbertson Hall, San Francisco County.
Presbyterians established
a mission within San Francisco Chinatown with the purpose of halting
the trade and bondage of young Chinese women. The Hall assumed its present location at 920
Sacramento Street, City of San Francisco, by 1881. The structure was destroyed by the 1906
earthquake/fire and rebuilt in 1907 with Julia Morgan as the designer. It was named after its first
superintendent, Margaret Culbertson. See Cameron House, San Francisco, San Francisco County.
Reference: Yip 1985: 229.
the trade and bondage of young Chinese women. The Hall assumed its present location at 920
Sacramento Street, City of San Francisco, by 1881. The structure was destroyed by the 1906
earthquake/fire and rebuilt in 1907 with Julia Morgan as the designer. It was named after its first
superintendent, Margaret Culbertson. See Cameron House, San Francisco, San Francisco County.
Reference: Yip 1985: 229.
Old Shanghai Low Building, San Francisco County.
Old Shanghai Low building
located at 522 Grant Avenue, City of San Francisco, was built in
1908. It is consistent with the trend of pseudo-Chinese architecture that was typical of rebuilding
after the 1906 earthquake/fire. See Sing Chong Building, San Francisco County; Sing Fat
Building, San Francisco County. Reference: Office of Historic Preservation 1979aa.
1908. It is consistent with the trend of pseudo-Chinese architecture that was typical of rebuilding
after the 1906 earthquake/fire. See Sing Chong Building, San Francisco County; Sing Fat
Building, San Francisco County. Reference: Office of Historic Preservation 1979aa.
Ong Ko Met Benevolent
Association Building, San Francisco County.
Ong Ko Met Benevolent
Association building at 717 Grant Avenue, City of
San Francisco, was
built in 1907. The building houses the association for those with the surname of Ong. Reference:
built in 1907. The building houses the association for those with the surname of Ong. Reference:
Office of Historic Preservation 1979bb.
Pagoda Place, San Francisco County.
Incised into the sidewalk
along Pagoda Place is the following: "Pagoda Alley is the western name
for this alley way. Hang Ah means fragrance in Chinese. Starting in the late 1840's, early Chinese
settlers introduced their own alley names. Pagoda Alley became Hang Ah or Fragrance Alley
when a German chemist opened a perfumery." See Hang Ah Street, San Francisco County; San
Francisco Chinatown, San Francisco County.
for this alley way. Hang Ah means fragrance in Chinese. Starting in the late 1840's, early Chinese
settlers introduced their own alley names. Pagoda Alley became Hang Ah or Fragrance Alley
when a German chemist opened a perfumery." See Hang Ah Street, San Francisco County; San
Francisco Chinatown, San Francisco County.
Parrott Granite Block, San Francisco County.
The Parrott Block is
notable for at least two reasons. First, it was
constructed by Chinese laborers
in 1852. Second, it was made of granite blocks quarried and shipped from China specifically for
the construction of the building. The 1906 earthquake/fire did little damage to it. Today, the
Financial Center Building, City of San Francisco, located on the northwest comer of California
Street and Montgomery Street, stands where the Parrot Granite Block was located. The site is
California Historical Landmark No. 89. Reference: California Department of Parks and
Recreation, 1981.
in 1852. Second, it was made of granite blocks quarried and shipped from China specifically for
the construction of the building. The 1906 earthquake/fire did little damage to it. Today, the
Financial Center Building, City of San Francisco, located on the northwest comer of California
Street and Montgomery Street, stands where the Parrot Granite Block was located. The site is
California Historical Landmark No. 89. Reference: California Department of Parks and
Recreation, 1981.
Peking Bazaar Company
Building, San
Francisco County.
Peking Bazaar Company
building at 450 Grant Avenue, City of San Francisco, was constructed
in 1921. It closely followed the architectural style of the Sing Chong building and Sing Fat
building. However, it does have a pagoda-like tower. See Sing Chong Building, San Francisco
County; Sing Fat Building, San Francisco County. Reference: Office of Historic Preservation
1979cc.
in 1921. It closely followed the architectural style of the Sing Chong building and Sing Fat
building. However, it does have a pagoda-like tower. See Sing Chong Building, San Francisco
County; Sing Fat Building, San Francisco County. Reference: Office of Historic Preservation
1979cc.
Ping Yuen Public
Housing Project, San Francisco County.
Located on Pacific
Street, City of San Francisco,
Ping Yuen Public Housing Project was the first
large scale attempt to provide low cost housing within the San Francisco Chinatown. Construc-
tion began in the early 1950s: Tung Ping Yuen (East Tranquil Garden), Chung Ping Yuen(Central
Tranquil Garden) and Sai Ping Yuen (West Tranquil Garden). An annex, Buk Ping Yuen (North
Tranquil Garden) was dedicated November 5, 1958. Combined, there are over 430 units. See San
Francisco Chinatown, San Francisco County. Reference: Nee and Nee 1973: 320-337; Yip 1985:
312-314.
large scale attempt to provide low cost housing within the San Francisco Chinatown. Construc-
tion began in the early 1950s: Tung Ping Yuen (East Tranquil Garden), Chung Ping Yuen(Central
Tranquil Garden) and Sai Ping Yuen (West Tranquil Garden). An annex, Buk Ping Yuen (North
Tranquil Garden) was dedicated November 5, 1958. Combined, there are over 430 units. See San
Francisco Chinatown, San Francisco County. Reference: Nee and Nee 1973: 320-337; Yip 1985:
312-314.
Portsmouth Square, San Francisco County.
Known as Portsmouth
Square, the urban park between Kearny Street and Clay Street and Wash-
ington Street and Walter U. Lum Place, City of San Francisco, has long been a focal point for the
community. It was revamped in the 1960's to that of a split level park with underground parking.
ington Street and Walter U. Lum Place, City of San Francisco, has long been a focal point for the
community. It was revamped in the 1960's to that of a split level park with underground parking.
See San Francisco Chinatown, San Francisco County. Reference:
Yip 1985: 320.
Quong
Duck Settlement, San Francisco County.
The Quong Duck Settlement
was on Hunters Point. It was the home and place of work for
Chinese shrimp fishermen employed by the Quong Duck Company. Reference: Nash 1973: 5-1
to 5-62.
Chinese shrimp fishermen employed by the Quong Duck Company. Reference: Nash 1973: 5-1
to 5-62.
Quong Fat Settlement, San Francisco County.
Chinese Shrimp fishermen
lived and worked at the Hunter Point settlement owned by the Quong
Fat Shrimp Company in 1930. Reference: Nash 1973: 5-1 to 5-62.
Fat Shrimp Company in 1930. Reference: Nash 1973: 5-1 to 5-62.
Quong Lee Chong Settlement, San Francisco County.
This Hunter Point fishing
settlement was named after the Chinese shrimp company, Quong Lee
Chong. The company operated out of it in 1910. Reference: Nash 1973: 5-1 to 5-62.
Chong. The company operated out of it in 1910. Reference: Nash 1973: 5-1 to 5-62.
Quong Sang Settlement, San Francisco County.
Quong Sang Settlement was
the site for Chinese shrimp fishermen at Hunters Point in 1930.
Reference: Nash 1973: 5-1 to 5-62.
Reference: Nash 1973: 5-1 to 5-62.
Rincon Point Chinese Fishing Village, San Francisco County.
By 1853, a sizable Chinese fishing village had
developed on the south side of Rincon Point
directly under the present-day Bay Bridge on the San Francisco side. Reportedly, there were
approximately 150 Chinese and 25 boats. All were gone by 1865. Reference: Ma 1981: 142.
directly under the present-day Bay Bridge on the San Francisco side. Reportedly, there were
approximately 150 Chinese and 25 boats. All were gone by 1865. Reference: Ma 1981: 142.
Sam Yup Benevolent Association Headquarters, San Francisco County.
The Sam Yup Benevolent Association, originally known as the Canton Company, was established
in 1850. Thus, it is one of the earliest of the district associations that sought to provide for its
fellow immigrants. By 1854, the name had changed to its present form. The Association continues
to work for equality as part of the Chinese Benevolent Association. The headquarters is at 831-43
Grant Avenue, City of San Francisco. See Chinese Consolidated Benevolent Association
Building, San Francisco County. Reference: Dong n.d.: 3.
in 1850. Thus, it is one of the earliest of the district associations that sought to provide for its
fellow immigrants. By 1854, the name had changed to its present form. The Association continues
to work for equality as part of the Chinese Benevolent Association. The headquarters is at 831-43
Grant Avenue, City of San Francisco. See Chinese Consolidated Benevolent Association
Building, San Francisco County. Reference: Dong n.d.: 3.
San Francisco Chinatown, San Francisco County.
San Francisco Chinatown, City of San Francisco, was identifiable as early as 1852-54.
Known
as Dai Fow--the Big City--from its beginning, its importance as the economic, political and civic
center for the Chinese throughout the state cannot be overestimated. The 1906 earthquake/fire
destroyed much of the community. Quickly rebuilt, it took on the Chinese-like architectural
appearance seen today. See San Francisco Chinatown Street Names, San Francisco County; San
Francisco Streetscape Structures, San Francisco County; Sing Chong Building, San Francisco
County; Temples of San Francisco Chinatown, San Francisco County. Reference: Dong n.d.: 2;
Yip 1985: 85; United States Geological Survey 1956a.
as Dai Fow--the Big City--from its beginning, its importance as the economic, political and civic
center for the Chinese throughout the state cannot be overestimated. The 1906 earthquake/fire
destroyed much of the community. Quickly rebuilt, it took on the Chinese-like architectural
appearance seen today. See San Francisco Chinatown Street Names, San Francisco County; San
Francisco Streetscape Structures, San Francisco County; Sing Chong Building, San Francisco
County; Temples of San Francisco Chinatown, San Francisco County. Reference: Dong n.d.: 2;
Yip 1985: 85; United States Geological Survey 1956a.
San Francisco
Chinatown Street
Names,
San Francisco County.
Although the streets of
San Francisco Chinatown, City of San
Francisco, have official
Euro American place names, the people of Chinatown and the Chinatown Telephone Company, a
Euro American place names, the people of Chinatown and the Chinatown Telephone Company, a
branch of the Pacific Telephone Company, often use
other names such as the following:
Bock Wah Jeun Gai. The Street of Plain Language John, as it is translated,
identifies
today's Beckett Street. The Chinese placename was derived from anon-Chinese man who
spoke fluent Cantonese and acted as interpreter for members of Chinatown. John could
most often be found on Beckett Street rather than in his office.
today's Beckett Street. The Chinese placename was derived from anon-Chinese man who
spoke fluent Cantonese and acted as interpreter for members of Chinatown. John could
most often be found on Beckett Street rather than in his office.
Fah Yuan Gok.
This street on the west
side of Portsmouth Square translates as Comer
of the Flower Garden. Once known as Brennan Place, it is now Walter U. Lum Place.
of the Flower Garden. Once known as Brennan Place, it is now Walter U. Lum Place.
Foh Sill Hong. Long-time residents of Chinatown might recognize this placename
as
Alley of Burning Fire. Today, most know it as St. Louis Alley.
Alley of Burning Fire. Today, most know it as St. Louis Alley.
Guih Luih- Tung Hong. Established after the store on Spofford Alley, an
export-import
business on the alley lent its name to Ross Alley.
business on the alley lent its name to Ross Alley.
Gum Gook Yook. To those
unfamiliar with the Chinese placename, it means Lane of the
Golden Chrysanthemums. Many know it simply as Jason Court.
Golden Chrysanthemums. Many know it simply as Jason Court.
Ma Fong Hong.
Through the years this short street has been identified by many names.
Its current official designation is Old Chinatown Lane but the people of the area have
always called it Horse Stable Alley, as indicated in the 1926 telephone directory.
Its current official designation is Old Chinatown Lane but the people of the area have
always called it Horse Stable Alley, as indicated in the 1926 telephone directory.
T'ang Yen Gai. Meaning the Street of the Men of T'ang, it identifies
Sacramento Street,
the first street upon which new immigrants stood.
the first street upon which new immigrants stood.
T'ien Hou Miao Gai. The Street of the Empress of Heaven Temple derives its name
from
the temple at the top of the Shew Hing Association building. The sign on the street
comer reads Waverly Place.
the temple at the top of the Shew Hing Association building. The sign on the street
comer reads Waverly Place.
Tin Luih- Tung Hong. This short and narrow street, named after a store specializing
in
exporting and importing goods to and from the Philippines and Mexico, is Spofford
Alley.
exporting and importing goods to and from the Philippines and Mexico, is Spofford
Alley.
Tuck Wo Gai.
The Street of Virtue and Harmony is actually
present-day Wentworth
Place.
Place.
Reference: Dong and Horn
1980: 24-27; Hoy 1943: 71-75.
San Francisco
Chinatown Streetscape Structures, San Francisco County.
Eight structures of San
Francisco Chinatown have been placed within California's Historic Re-
source Inventory as elements that help give San Francisco Chinatown its distinctive streetscape.
Built between 1906 and 1911, they display post-1906 earthquake/fire architecture.
source Inventory as elements that help give San Francisco Chinatown its distinctive streetscape.
Built between 1906 and 1911, they display post-1906 earthquake/fire architecture.
685 Commercial Street
731 Commercial Street
751 Commercial Street
654 Grant Avenue
751 Commercial Street
654 Grant Avenue
901 Grant Avenue
918 Grant Avenue
820 Clay Street
531 Jackson Street
918 Grant Avenue
820 Clay Street
531 Jackson Street
A continuous streetscape
view can be seen along Waverly
Street. Reference: Choy
1990: 54; Office of Historic
Preservation 1979dd.
See Hop Wo Settlement, San Francisco County.
See Hop Wo Settlement was on Hunters
Point. It was a Chinese shrimp fishing operation in
1930. Reference: Nash 1973: 5-1 to 5-62.
1930. Reference: Nash 1973: 5-1 to 5-62.
Sing Chong Building, San Francisco County.
Constructed after the 1906 earthquake/fire at 601 Grant Avenue, City of
San Francisco, the Sing
Chong building represents an attempt to make Chinatown the "oriental bazaar" of San Francisco.
The effort was a reaction to the city's interest in relocating San Francisco Chinatown to Hunters
Point. Sing Chong building is one of two such architectural statements. See San Francisco
Chinatown, San Francisco County; Sing Fat Company Building, San Francisco County.
Reference: Dong n.d.: 1-2.
Chong building represents an attempt to make Chinatown the "oriental bazaar" of San Francisco.
The effort was a reaction to the city's interest in relocating San Francisco Chinatown to Hunters
Point. Sing Chong building is one of two such architectural statements. See San Francisco
Chinatown, San Francisco County; Sing Fat Company Building, San Francisco County.
Reference: Dong n.d.: 1-2.
Sing Fat Company Building, San Francisco County.
Established in 1866, Sing Fat Company
was one of the first to offer Chinese art objects and
antiques in the United States. After the earthquake/fire of 1906, it was rebuilt at 717 California
Street, City of San Francisco. Its distinctive and trend setting architectural style, one of two such
buildings, helped launch San Francisco Chinatown as a shopping area. See San Francisco
Chinatown, San Francisco County; Sing Chong Building, San Francisco County. Reference:
antiques in the United States. After the earthquake/fire of 1906, it was rebuilt at 717 California
Street, City of San Francisco. Its distinctive and trend setting architectural style, one of two such
buildings, helped launch San Francisco Chinatown as a shopping area. See San Francisco
Chinatown, San Francisco County; Sing Chong Building, San Francisco County. Reference:
Choy 1990: 49; Dong n.d.: l.
Sing Kee Store, San Francisco County.
Sing Kee Store was located at 808 Sacramento Street, City of San Francisco. After the 1906
earthquake/fire, a re-designation of addresses caused its address to become 756 Sacramento
Street. The store was owned by Lung Chin, a Heungshan merchant who became known as the
Potato King because of his extensive farm land in California and Oregon. The Alien Land Act
of 1920 and the 1923 amendment prompted the closure of the farms. See Shin Kee Tract, San
Joaquin County. Reference: Lai 1998: 5.
earthquake/fire, a re-designation of addresses caused its address to become 756 Sacramento
Street. The store was owned by Lung Chin, a Heungshan merchant who became known as the
Potato King because of his extensive farm land in California and Oregon. The Alien Land Act
of 1920 and the 1923 amendment prompted the closure of the farms. See Shin Kee Tract, San
Joaquin County. Reference: Lai 1998: 5.
Sing Ma-li, San Francisco County.
This is a recent name for
Dai Chung Lou. See Dai Chung Lou, San Francisco County.
Soo Yuen Benevolent Association Building, San Francisco County.
Soo Yuen Benevolent
Association building at 801 Grant Avenue, City of San Francisco, was
completed in 1922. Its appearance represents the emerging 1920's architectural style. The
association is for those of the Louie, Fong and Kwong families. See San Francisco Chinatown
Streetscape Structures, San Francisco County. Reference: Choy 1990: 54; Office of Historic
Preservation 197gee.
completed in 1922. Its appearance represents the emerging 1920's architectural style. The
association is for those of the Louie, Fong and Kwong families. See San Francisco Chinatown
Streetscape Structures, San Francisco County. Reference: Choy 1990: 54; Office of Historic
Preservation 197gee.
Sue Hing Benevolent
Association Building, San Francisco County.
Sue Hing Benevolent
Association building at 125-29 Waverly Place, City of
San Francisco,
houses the association of those from the Sze Yup District. See T'ien How Temple, San
Francisco County. Reference: Dong n.d.: 4.
houses the association of those from the Sze Yup District. See T'ien How Temple, San
Francisco County. Reference: Dong n.d.: 4.
Suey Sing Tong
Building, San
Francisco County.
Suey Sing Tong building
at 915 Grant Avenue, City of San Francisco, was constructed in 1907.
The tong's headquarters is on the upper floor with the lower floors given over to commercial
activity. Reference: Office of Historic Preservation 1979ff.
The tong's headquarters is on the upper floor with the lower floors given over to commercial
activity. Reference: Office of Historic Preservation 1979ff.
Sunset Chinatown, San Francisco County.
The Chinese community
known as Sunset Chinatown centers on Sunset Boulevard south of the
Golden Gate Park, City of San Francisco. It became identifiable as more Chinese relocated away
from the San Francisco Chinatown during the 1970's. The reason for the move pertained to
increased costs in housing and commercial rents. Joined by recent Asian immigrants in an area
of predominately non-Chinese, it represents a contemporary suburban Chinatown. Reference:
Golden Gate Park, City of San Francisco. It became identifiable as more Chinese relocated away
from the San Francisco Chinatown during the 1970's. The reason for the move pertained to
increased costs in housing and commercial rents. Joined by recent Asian immigrants in an area
of predominately non-Chinese, it represents a contemporary suburban Chinatown. Reference:
Yip 1985: 369-370.
Ta Ch'ing Shu-yuan, San Francisco County.
The first
community-operated Chinese school in City of San Francisco, the Ta Ch'ing
Shu-yuan
was established in 1884. It was given the upper floor of the Chinese Consolidated Benevolent
Association building in San Francisco Chinatown after the earthquake/fire of 1906. Today, the
Chinese Central High School at 827 Stockton Street is the direct descendant ofTa Ch'ing Shu-
yuan. Reference: Chinn 1969: 68.
was established in 1884. It was given the upper floor of the Chinese Consolidated Benevolent
Association building in San Francisco Chinatown after the earthquake/fire of 1906. Today, the
Chinese Central High School at 827 Stockton Street is the direct descendant ofTa Ch'ing Shu-
yuan. Reference: Chinn 1969: 68.
Taiwan Pavilion, San Francisco County.
Taiwan Pavilion is on
Strawberry Hill in Stow Lake within Golden Gate Park, City of San
Francisco. Materials and the artisans who built it came from the Republic of China. Members
of the Chinese community are very active in its maintenance. Reference: Coates 1998; Fung,
Sun-yiu et. al. 1987: 317.
Francisco. Materials and the artisans who built it came from the Republic of China. Members
of the Chinese community are very active in its maintenance. Reference: Coates 1998; Fung,
Sun-yiu et. al. 1987: 317.
Temples of San
Francisco Chinatown, San Francisco County.
San Francisco Chinatown
has been the site of many temples. The following notations about the
temples retain the spellings as given in the literature. Common spellings are given in parentheses.
temples retain the spellings as given in the literature. Common spellings are given in parentheses.
Temple of Ah Ching. The
temple was at what is now the comer of Mason Street and Post
Street. It was in use until at least 1868. Ah Ching was the person who established the
temple.
Street. It was in use until at least 1868. Ah Ching was the person who established the
temple.
Temple of All Gods. This
was another name for the Temple of Ah Ching.
Temple of Ch'eng Huang.
Located on Waverly Street, it honored the deity that was the
spiritual official of a city.
spiritual official of a city.
Temple of Eastern Glory.
Found on Waverly Place, the temple's focus was the God of
Fire.
Fire.
Temple of the God of the
North and the Azure Heavens. It was located on Waverly Place.
Temple of the Holy Abbot. It was located on Stockton Street.
Temple of Kuan Kung (Kwan Kung). Its
address was 933 Dupont Street (today's Grant
Avenue) and centered on the God of Civic Virtue and Literature. It was owned by
the
Hakka Company. It was in existence in 1892.
Hakka Company. It was in existence in 1892.
Temple of Kuan Kung (Kwan Kung). Found at 751 Clay Street, the temple was owned
by the Hop Woh Company and was still in operation in 1892.
by the Hop Woh Company and was still in operation in 1892.
Temple of Kuan Yin. At the comer of
Spofford Alley and Washington Street, the temple
was devoted to Kuan Yin, Goddess of Mercy, and was there until 1892.
was devoted to Kuan Yin, Goddess of Mercy, and was there until 1892.
Temple of Kum Foh (Kum Fah). Located on
Brooklyn Place near Sacramento Street, it
featured a deity that was the Goddess of Women and Children.
featured a deity that was the Goddess of Women and Children.
Temple of Kwan Kung. Located on the west side of Waverly Place between Clay Street
and Sacramento Street, it was owned by the Sze Yup Company in the late 1800s. The
deity is the God of Literature and Valor as well as peace and war.
and Sacramento Street, it was owned by the Sze Yup Company in the late 1800s. The
deity is the God of Literature and Valor as well as peace and war.
Temple of Lung Gong (K wan Kung). The
temple contained images of Lan Pey (Liu Pei).
Temple of the Tam Clan. The temple's location was on Oneida Place and pertained to
clan patriarch, Tam. It was in operation until at least 1892.
clan patriarch, Tam. It was in operation until at least 1892.
Temple of T'ien Hou. Located at 125 Waverly Place, the temple may date to 1852. The
building was destroyed in the 1906 earthquake/fire and was rebuilt and contained the
original statue and temple bell. The deity was the Queen of Heaven.
building was destroyed in the 1906 earthquake/fire and was rebuilt and contained the
original statue and temple bell. The deity was the Queen of Heaven.
Temple of the Yeung Woh Company. The temple was on Sacramento Street below
Dupont Street (Grant Avenue today) and was devoted to How Wong, a deity of people
from the Heungshan District. The temple was there at least until 1892.
Dupont Street (Grant Avenue today) and was devoted to How Wong, a deity of people
from the Heungshan District. The temple was there at least until 1892.
Reference: Wells 1962: 24-30.
The Chinese World Building, San Francisco County.
The Chinese World building at 736 Grant
Avenue, City of San Francisco, was built in 1907. The
Chinese World, a newspaper also known as Man Ring Bo, moved into it during 1917, suspending
operation in 1969. The newspaper was printed in English and Chinese and focused on the China
Reform Movement. Reference: Office of Historic Preservation 1979gg.
Chinese World, a newspaper also known as Man Ring Bo, moved into it during 1917, suspending
operation in 1969. The newspaper was printed in English and Chinese and focused on the China
Reform Movement. Reference: Office of Historic Preservation 1979gg.
Tranquil Garden Housing Project, San Francisco County.
See Ping Yuen Housing Project, San Francisco County.
See Ping Yuen Housing Project, San Francisco County.
Tung Wah Dispensary, San Francisco County.
herbalists and traditional medical practices offered by the Six Companies. Thus, it was not until
1900 that Western-style medical practices were available to the community. This
was made
possible by the Tung Wah Dispensary that
opened its doors at 828 Sacramento Street, City of
San Francisco. Destroyed by the 1906 earthquake/fire, Tung Wah Dispensary reemerged as
Chinese Hospital. See Chinese Hospital, San Francisco, San Francisco County. Reference:
Chinese Hospital. See Chinese Hospital, San Francisco, San Francisco County. Reference:
Trauner 1978: 82-86; Yip 1985: 285-287.
Union
Settlement, San Francisco County.
The Union
Settlement on Hunters Point, a place of Chinese
shrimping activity, was operated by
the Union Company in 1910. Reference: Nash 1973: 5-1 to 5-62.
the Union Company in 1910. Reference: Nash 1973: 5-1 to 5-62.
Walter
U. Lum Place, San Francisco County.
Walter U. Lum
was a first generation Chinese American born and
raised in San Francisco
Chinatown. Through the years he worked to achieve an equal status for Chinese Americans. He
helped establish and then served fifteen times as the president of the Chinese American Citizens
Alliance. Moreover, he founded and managed The Chinese Times, a Chinese language newspaper
read throughout the United States. He actively fought United States immigration practices and
laws that discriminated against the Chinese. In 1985, 24 years after his death, the City Council
of the City of San Francisco voted to change the name of Brenham Place in San Francisco
Chinatown to Walter U. Lum Place in recognition of his lifelong efforts. Reference: Lew 1978:
1-3; Lew 1977: 2- 4. Photo.
Chinatown. Through the years he worked to achieve an equal status for Chinese Americans. He
helped establish and then served fifteen times as the president of the Chinese American Citizens
Alliance. Moreover, he founded and managed The Chinese Times, a Chinese language newspaper
read throughout the United States. He actively fought United States immigration practices and
laws that discriminated against the Chinese. In 1985, 24 years after his death, the City Council
of the City of San Francisco voted to change the name of Brenham Place in San Francisco
Chinatown to Walter U. Lum Place in recognition of his lifelong efforts. Reference: Lew 1978:
1-3; Lew 1977: 2- 4. Photo.
Willie "Woo Woo" Wong Playground, San Francisco County.
The playground is at 830 Sacramento Street, City of San Francisco. Wong was a renown basketball player in the 1940's and was the first Chinese American to play Madison Square Garden. The Chinese playground, where he had played as a child, was renamed in recognition of his athletic abilities. Reference: "Willie 'Woo Woo' Wong."
Wing Hing Wo Settlement, San Francisco County.
The playground is at 830 Sacramento Street, City of San Francisco. Wong was a renown basketball player in the 1940's and was the first Chinese American to play Madison Square Garden. The Chinese playground, where he had played as a child, was renamed in recognition of his athletic abilities. Reference: "Willie 'Woo Woo' Wong."
Wing Hing Wo Settlement, San Francisco County.
Wing Hing Wo was a Chinese settlement on Hunters
Point that was involved with shrimp fishing in 1930.
Reference: Nash 1973: 5-1 to 5-62.
Reference: Nash 1973: 5-1 to 5-62.
Wing
Sang Mortuary Building,
San Francisco County.
Wing Sang Mortuary building at 17 Walter U. Lum Place, City of San Francisco, was built in
1913. In addition to housing a mortuary that served San Francisco Chinatown, it was the
headquarters of the Young China Association, a group who supported Dr. Sun Yat-sen. Under
Dr. Sun's instruction, its newsletter became the daily newspaper, The Young China. Dr. Sun is
said to have sought refuge at the building on one of his visits to the United States. See Chee
Kung Tong Building, San Francisco County; Hang Ah Street, San Francisco County; Yutton
Hotel, San Francisco County. Reference: Office of Historic Preservation 1979hh.
1913. In addition to housing a mortuary that served San Francisco Chinatown, it was the
headquarters of the Young China Association, a group who supported Dr. Sun Yat-sen. Under
Dr. Sun's instruction, its newsletter became the daily newspaper, The Young China. Dr. Sun is
said to have sought refuge at the building on one of his visits to the United States. See Chee
Kung Tong Building, San Francisco County; Hang Ah Street, San Francisco County; Yutton
Hotel, San Francisco County. Reference: Office of Historic Preservation 1979hh.
Woh Hei Yuen Park, San Francisco County.
Woh Hei Yuen Park is at Powell Street and John Street, City of San Francisco. Originally known as Chinatown New Park, its name was changed to Woh Hei Yuen Park in 2012. Its current name means Garden of Peace. Reference: Alexander. Photo.
Wong Family Benevolent Association Building, San Francisco County.
Woh Hei Yuen Park is at Powell Street and John Street, City of San Francisco. Originally known as Chinatown New Park, its name was changed to Woh Hei Yuen Park in 2012. Its current name means Garden of Peace. Reference: Alexander. Photo.
Wong Family Benevolent Association Building, San Francisco County.
Wong Family
Benevolent Association building at 37 Waverly Place,
City of San Francisco, was
built in 1911. Association members are those with the surname of Wong. Reference: Office of
Historic Preservation 1979ii.
built in 1911. Association members are those with the surname of Wong. Reference: Office of
Historic Preservation 1979ii.
Yan Wo Benevolent Association Building, San Francisco County.
Yan Wo Benevolent Association building
at 945 Grant Avenue, City of San Francisco, was
constructed in 1908. It is the headquarters of the Yan Wo Benevolent Association that was
established in 1852 as the Sun-on Company. The association members are Hakka from the
districts of Pao-on and Hui Yang. Reference: Office of Historic Preservation 1979jj.
constructed in 1908. It is the headquarters of the Yan Wo Benevolent Association that was
established in 1852 as the Sun-on Company. The association members are Hakka from the
districts of Pao-on and Hui Yang. Reference: Office of Historic Preservation 1979jj.
Yee Family Association Building, San Francisco County.
Yee Family Association building at 131
Waverly Place, City of San Francisco, was built in 1907.
It is the headquarters for those ~ith the surname of Yee. Reference: Office of Historic
Preservation 1979kk.
It is the headquarters for those ~ith the surname of Yee. Reference: Office of Historic
Preservation 1979kk.
Yeong Wo Benevolent Association Building, San Francisco County.
Yeong Wo Benevolent Association building
at 746 Sacramento Street, City of San Francisco,
was built in 1928. The association, established in 1852, was for those from the districts of
Heungshan, Tsengshing, Tungkun and Poklo. Reference: Office of Historic Preservation 197911.
was built in 1928. The association, established in 1852, was for those from the districts of
Heungshan, Tsengshing, Tungkun and Poklo. Reference: Office of Historic Preservation 197911.
Yick Wo Elementary School, San Francisco County.
The elementary school at 2245 Jones
Street in San Francisco Chinatown was originally the Sarah
B. Cooper Elementary School. It was renamed in honor of Yick Wo, a laundryman who
challenged restrictive legislation directed toward the Chinese of San Francisco. The Supreme
Court of the United States ruled in his favor in 1886; thereby, helping to establish equal
protection under the law for the Chinese.
B. Cooper Elementary School. It was renamed in honor of Yick Wo, a laundryman who
challenged restrictive legislation directed toward the Chinese of San Francisco. The Supreme
Court of the United States ruled in his favor in 1886; thereby, helping to establish equal
protection under the law for the Chinese.
Ying On Merchants and Labor Association
Building, San
Francisco County.
Ying On Merchants and Labor Association
building at 745 Grant Avenue,
City of San Francisco,
was built in 1906. The building runs through a block, having a facade that faces on Grant Avenue
and Waverly Place. The Grant Avenue facade is the more ornate of the two. Reference: Office
of Historic Preservation 1979mm.
was built in 1906. The building runs through a block, having a facade that faces on Grant Avenue
and Waverly Place. The Grant Avenue facade is the more ornate of the two. Reference: Office
of Historic Preservation 1979mm.
Yip Fook Settlement, San Francisco County.
A Chinese shrimp fishing settlement,
operated by the Yip Fook Company, was on Hunters
Point
in 1930. Reference: Nash 1973: 5-1 to 5-62.
in 1930. Reference: Nash 1973: 5-1 to 5-62.
Yutton Hotel, San Francisco County.
The original Yutton Hotel at 839 Clay Street, City of San Francisco, was destroyed in the 1906
earthquake/fire. It was rebuilt at the same location in 1908. Dr. Sun Yat -sen stayed at the hotel
in 1896 and again in 1910. See Chee Kung Tong Building, San Francisco County; Wing Sang
Mortuary Building, San Francisco County. Reference: Office of Historic Preservation 1979nn.
is actually Look San Cemetery. See Look San Cemetery, San Mateo County. Reference: United
States Geological Survey 1956.
Heungshanese. The small Chinatown lasted until the 1950's. Reference: Lai 1998: 7.
originally known as Precita Canning Company, a major canner of fruits and vegetables. Started
in 1890 in San Francisco, the plant was destroyed by the earthquake/fire of 1906. Shortly after
that, it was reconstructed in the town of Alviso under the name Bay Side Canning Company.
Most of the buildings were located around Elizabeth Street and Hope Street. Chew's son, Thomas
Foon Chew, Chinese American, joined the firm and expanded the cannery to include plants in Isleton and Mayfield. The operation provided jobs to hundreds of Chinese. See China Camp,
Most of the buildings of the original San Jose Chinatown were destroyed
by fire in 1887. The
Chinese quickly discovered that they could not rebuild on the site, so a new location was sought.
On June 20, 1887, John Heinlen leased property at Sixth Street and Taylor Street to eleven
Chinese for their use and occupation. Heinlen build the necessary buildings. The area, bounded
by Fifth, Seventh, Jackson and Taylor Street became known as Heinlenville. It was soon the center for the Chinese throughout Santa Clara County and was called Doy Say Tong Yun Fow. Of note was the fact that Heinlenville was surrounded by a high fence, topped with barbed wire. The purpose of the fence was to keep non-Chinese out, particularly during Chinese celebrations. By the 1930s, Heinlenville came to an end. The Great Depression and bankruptcy of the John Heinlen Company were the principal factors. Yet, Da Jui (All Soul's Day), as decreed by T'ien Hou, the principal deity of the Heinlenville temple, is still celebrated in the City of San Jose. It is now known as the Summer Festival. See Ken Ying Low Restaurant, Santa Clara County. Reference: Chan 1994: 28; Yu 1991: 31-41,107-108.
earthquake/fire. It was rebuilt at the same location in 1908. Dr. Sun Yat -sen stayed at the hotel
in 1896 and again in 1910. See Chee Kung Tong Building, San Francisco County; Wing Sang
Mortuary Building, San Francisco County. Reference: Office of Historic Preservation 1979nn.
San
Mateo County
Bai Ling Section, Skylawn Memorial Park, San Mateo County.
Bai Ling (one hundred years of longevity) section is within Skylawn Memorial
Park, City of San
Mateo. It is for those who wish to maximize burial site feng shui. Reference: Crowder 1999: 34.
Mateo. It is for those who wish to maximize burial site feng shui. Reference: Crowder 1999: 34.
California
Shrimp Company Camp, San Mateo County.
See Fook On Lung Camp, San Mateo County.
See Fook On Lung Camp, San Mateo County.
China Field, San Mateo County.
China Field is above Honsinger Creek on
the east side, about one mile north of where the creek
joins Pescadero Creek near Pescadero Road. It was a flat area cleared by the Chinese for farming
joins Pescadero Creek near Pescadero Road. It was a flat area cleared by the Chinese for farming
in the 1870's. Reference: Brown 1975: 18.
.
China Flat, San Mateo County.
China Flat
is the name given to China Field on a United States Geological Survey map dated
1955. See China Field, San Mateo County. Reference: United States Geological Survey 1961.
1955. See China Field, San Mateo County. Reference: United States Geological Survey 1961.
China Grade, San Mateo County.
Chinese laborers built the road known as China Grade in 1887. It is on the east side of Peters
Creek in Portola State Park. Reference: Brown 1975: 18.
Creek in Portola State Park. Reference: Brown 1975: 18.
China
Gulch, San Mateo County.
(1) The
Chinese who built McKinley Sawmill in 1882 lived in
China Gulch. It is along Gazos
Creek below Sandy Point. See China Opening, San Mateo County. Reference: Brown 1975: 18.
(2) China Gulch is on the ocean shoreline about one-third of a mile south of Whitehouse Creek.
Chinese lived there from the early 1900's to the 1950's. Reference: Brown 1975: 19.
Creek below Sandy Point. See China Opening, San Mateo County. Reference: Brown 1975: 18.
(2) China Gulch is on the ocean shoreline about one-third of a mile south of Whitehouse Creek.
Chinese lived there from the early 1900's to the 1950's. Reference: Brown 1975: 19.
China Opening, San Mateo County.
China Opening is on the north side of
Gazos Creek Road about one mile beyond Sandy Point.
The placename is thought to have resulted from a clearing made by Chinese who lived in nearby
China Gulch in the early 1880's and farmed there. See China Gulch (1), San Mateo County.
Reference: Brown 1975: 18.
The placename is thought to have resulted from a clearing made by Chinese who lived in nearby
China Gulch in the early 1880's and farmed there. See China Gulch (1), San Mateo County.
Reference: Brown 1975: 18.
China Slough, San Mateo County.
Chinese clam fishermen had a camp along
the slough in the l880's. The name apparently is
derived from their presence on the slough. Reference: Brown 1975: 19.
derived from their presence on the slough. Reference: Brown 1975: 19.
Chinese Cemetery, San Mateo County.
The cemetery noted as Chinese Cemetery on United States Geological Survey topographic maps is actually Look San Cemetery. See Look San Cemetery, San Mateo County. Reference: United
States Geological Survey 1956.
Chinese
Cemetery Road, San Mateo County.
The road, between Junipero Sierra and
Skyline Boulevard, was constructed in 1877 and was
originally called San Pedro Road. When a Chinese cemetery was established at its end, the name
appears to have changed to Chinese Cemetery Road. Reference: Brown 1975: 19.
originally called San Pedro Road. When a Chinese cemetery was established at its end, the name
appears to have changed to Chinese Cemetery Road. Reference: Brown 1975: 19.
Chinese
Christian Cemetery, San Mateo
County.
This cemetery is next to Ning Yung
Cemetery in Daley City. It is open to all Christian faiths.
Chinese
Six Companies Cemetery,
San Mateo County.
Chinese Six Companies Cemetery is known
as Look San Cemetery. See Look San Cemetery, San
Mateo County.
Mateo County.
Chinese Walls, San Mateo County.
Chinese Walls are within Wunderlich County Park, Woodside Road (Highway 84), City of Woodside. A plaque was installed there by Friends of the Wall and the Chinese Historical Society of America in 2008. It commemorates the Chinese who, in 1872, built the dry stack walls using stones removed from land clearance. Reference: Swackhamer 2013.
Easton Chinese Fishing Village, San Mateo County.
Chinese Walls are within Wunderlich County Park, Woodside Road (Highway 84), City of Woodside. A plaque was installed there by Friends of the Wall and the Chinese Historical Society of America in 2008. It commemorates the Chinese who, in 1872, built the dry stack walls using stones removed from land clearance. Reference: Swackhamer 2013.
Easton Chinese Fishing Village, San Mateo County.
Easton Chinese Fishing Village was
located on the San Francisco Bay near present-day
Easton
Drive and El Camino Real, City of Burlingame. About 10 shrimp fishermen worked there in
1880. The village persisted until at least 1894. Reference: Office of Historic Preservation 1980b.
Drive and El Camino Real, City of Burlingame. About 10 shrimp fishermen worked there in
1880. The village persisted until at least 1894. Reference: Office of Historic Preservation 1980b.
Fook
On Lung Camp, San Mateo
County.
Fook On Lung Camp was a shrimping operation on the south side of Point San Bruno. It was run
by the Fook On Lung Company in 1910. Later, it was purchased by the California Shrimp
Company. Reference: Nash 1973: 5-11.
by the Fook On Lung Company in 1910. Later, it was purchased by the California Shrimp
Company. Reference: Nash 1973: 5-11.
Golden
Hill Memorial Park, San Mateo County.
Golden Hill Memorial Park at 2099 Hillside Boulevard in Colma was developed in 1993. Feng
shui was an important element in its design. It is open to all Chinese. Reference: Chin n.d. (b).
shui was an important element in its design. It is open to all Chinese. Reference: Chin n.d. (b).
Hoy
Sun Ning Yung Cemetery, San Mateo County.
Hoy Sun Ning Yung Cemetery is next to Golden Hill Cemetery in the town of Colma. The cemetery is
actually the second Cemetery. It was established in 1987 when the original Hoy Sun Ning Yung
Cemetery filled to capacity. See Ning Yung Cemetery, San Mateo County. Reference: Chin
n.d.(c); Crowder 1999: 34.
actually the second Cemetery. It was established in 1987 when the original Hoy Sun Ning Yung
Cemetery filled to capacity. See Ning Yung Cemetery, San Mateo County. Reference: Chin
n.d.(c); Crowder 1999: 34.
Look
San Cemetery, San Mateo County.
Look San Cemetery, noted as Chinese Cemetery on United
States Geological Survey topographic
maps, is located at Gellert Boulevard and Hickey Boulevard in Daly City. Dating to 1889, it has
been operated by the Chinese Six Companies Cemetery Association. Plots within the cemetery
are divided into sections according to district. See Chinese Cemetery Road, San Mateo County;
Lone Mountain Cemetery, San Francisco County. Reference: Brown 1975: 19; Crowder 1999:
34; United States Geological Survey 1956; Louie 1998.
maps, is located at Gellert Boulevard and Hickey Boulevard in Daly City. Dating to 1889, it has
been operated by the Chinese Six Companies Cemetery Association. Plots within the cemetery
are divided into sections according to district. See Chinese Cemetery Road, San Mateo County;
Lone Mountain Cemetery, San Francisco County. Reference: Brown 1975: 19; Crowder 1999:
34; United States Geological Survey 1956; Louie 1998.
Menlo
Park Chinatown, San Mateo County.
The businesses of Menlo Park Chinatown, City of Menlo Park, were mostly owned by Heungshanese. The small Chinatown lasted until the 1950's. Reference: Lai 1998: 7.
Nettie Wan,
San Mateo County.
Nettie Wan was the Chinese name for a
pool of water in San Mateo Creek. The place name is
thought to be a pidgin English form of "net" followed by the Cantonese word for pond or small
body of water. Chinese fishermen washed their nets in the pool. Reference: Brown 1964: 175.
thought to be a pidgin English form of "net" followed by the Cantonese word for pond or small
body of water. Chinese fishermen washed their nets in the pool. Reference: Brown 1964: 175.
Ning Yung Cemetery, San Mateo
County.
Located at Junipero Sierra Boulevard and
Hickey Boulevard in Daly City, It is also known as Hoy Sun Ning Yung Cemetery. It is for people with Toishan affiliation. Reference:
Crowder 1999: 34;
Louie 1998.
Louie 1998.
Sak Wong Ty Camp, San Mateo County.
The Chinese shrimp fishing camp known as
Sak Wong Ty Camp on San Mateo Point was
established in 1893. It was operated by the Sak Wong Ty Company. Reference: Nash 1973: 5-61.
established in 1893. It was operated by the Sak Wong Ty Company. Reference: Nash 1973: 5-61.
San Mateo Chinatown, San Mateo
County.
Dating to the 1870's, San Mateo Chinatown
was centered on B Avenue and Second Avenue in
the City of San Mateo. It appears to have been a service center for the one dozen or so Chinese-
the City of San Mateo. It appears to have been a service center for the one dozen or so Chinese-
owned flower growing nurseries located between 25th Avenue and 33rd
Avenue at today's College
of San Mateo and around the golf course along Highway 92 beyond Hillsdale. Reference: Lai
1998: 7,9; Sanborn Insurance Map 1888d.
of San Mateo and around the golf course along Highway 92 beyond Hillsdale. Reference: Lai
1998: 7,9; Sanborn Insurance Map 1888d.
San Mateo Chinese Business Area, San Mateo County.
San Mateo Chinese business area was
located at First Avenue and Claremont Street. Its focus
was the Hop Yick store by the turn of the century. It disappeared before World War II.
Reference: Lai 1998: 7.
Tung Sen Cemetery, San Mateo County.
Tung Sen Cemetery is located near Imperial Way and Hickey Boulevard, Daley City. It is owned by the Tung Sen Association and is for those who were from the Loong Du villages of China. Reference: "Tung Sen Cemetery."
was the Hop Yick store by the turn of the century. It disappeared before World War II.
Reference: Lai 1998: 7.
Tung Sen Cemetery, San Mateo County.
Tung Sen Cemetery is located near Imperial Way and Hickey Boulevard, Daley City. It is owned by the Tung Sen Association and is for those who were from the Loong Du villages of China. Reference: "Tung Sen Cemetery."
Santa Clara County
Ah Toy Alley,
Santa Clara County.
Ah Toy Alley was located
in San Jose Chinatown. On May 4, 1887, a fire started in the alley. It
was presumably set by an arsonist. The fire swept through San Jose Chinatown, destroying most
of the buildings. See San Jose Chinatown, Santa Clara County. Reference: Yu 1991: 29.
was presumably set by an arsonist. The fire swept through San Jose Chinatown, destroying most
of the buildings. See San Jose Chinatown, Santa Clara County. Reference: Yu 1991: 29.
Alviso Chinatown, Santa Clara County.
Most of the Chinese
residents of Alviso Chinatown worked at the Bay Side Canning Company.
See Bay Side Canning Company, Santa Clara County.
See Bay Side Canning Company, Santa Clara County.
Bay Side Canning Company, Santa Clara County.
Bay Side Canning Company was owned and operated by Sai Yin Chew. The
company was originally known as Precita Canning Company, a major canner of fruits and vegetables. Started
in 1890 in San Francisco, the plant was destroyed by the earthquake/fire of 1906. Shortly after
that, it was reconstructed in the town of Alviso under the name Bay Side Canning Company.
Most of the buildings were located around Elizabeth Street and Hope Street. Chew's son, Thomas
Foon Chew, Chinese American, joined the firm and expanded the cannery to include plants in Isleton and Mayfield. The operation provided jobs to hundreds of Chinese. See China Camp,
Santa Clara County. Reference: Wright 1971: 20-44; Wey 1988: 127; Yu 1991: 103.
Big Jim's Chinatown, Santa
Clara County.
Chin Shin or Big Jim, as he was known by non-Chinese, essentially
ran the Chinatown called
Phillipsville, City of San Jose. This occurred because he built a cannery nearby and employed
local Chinese. Thus, Big Jim's Chinatown was simply another name for Phillipsville. The appeal
of Heinlen ville over Big Jim's Chinatown and Shin's return to China in 1902 marked its end. See
Heinlenville, Santa Clara County; Phillipsville, Santa Clara County. Reference: Yu 1991: 36,43.
Phillipsville, City of San Jose. This occurred because he built a cannery nearby and employed
local Chinese. Thus, Big Jim's Chinatown was simply another name for Phillipsville. The appeal
of Heinlen ville over Big Jim's Chinatown and Shin's return to China in 1902 marked its end. See
Heinlenville, Santa Clara County; Phillipsville, Santa Clara County. Reference: Yu 1991: 36,43.
China Camp,
Santa Clara County.
China Camp, town of
Alviso, was a two-story bunkhouse on the northeast comer of Hope Street
and Elizabeth Street. It was the residential quarters for some of the employees of the Bay Side
Cannery. See Bay Side Cannery, Santa Clara County. Reference: Wright 1971: 20-44.
and Elizabeth Street. It was the residential quarters for some of the employees of the Bay Side
Cannery. See Bay Side Cannery, Santa Clara County. Reference: Wright 1971: 20-44.
Chinese Camp,
Santa Clara County.
In the 1850's, China was a
major consumer of quicksilver, receiving almost 50 percent of the
New Almaden Quicksilver Mine's production. The importance of the mine was made clear when
an emissary from China visited there, causing a prefabricated pagoda to be erected at the mine
by the mid 1850's. In the 1870's, there were as many as 50 Chinese at the mine. They worked as
cooks, laborers and as miners, living in a camp next to the main mine shaft. The Chinese were
gone by the 1880's. The pagoda was dismantled in 1928. See New Almaden Mining Museum,
Santa Clara County. Reference : Neilson 1971: 198-217.
New Almaden Quicksilver Mine's production. The importance of the mine was made clear when
an emissary from China visited there, causing a prefabricated pagoda to be erected at the mine
by the mid 1850's. In the 1870's, there were as many as 50 Chinese at the mine. They worked as
cooks, laborers and as miners, living in a camp next to the main mine shaft. The Chinese were
gone by the 1880's. The pagoda was dismantled in 1928. See New Almaden Mining Museum,
Santa Clara County. Reference : Neilson 1971: 198-217.
Cleveland Avenue Chinatown, Santa
Clara County.
This was an additional
name for Heinlenville in San Jose. See
Heinlenville, Santa Clara County.
Doy Say Tong Yun Fow, Santa
Clara County.
Doy Say Tong Yun Fow was
the Chinese name for Heinlenville in San Jose. See Heinlenville,
Santa Clara County.
Santa Clara County.
Gilroy Chinatown, Santa
Clara County.
Gilroy Chinatown was a
small Chinese community within the town of Gilroy. The Chinese
worked mostly in fruit cultivation. Reference: Yu 1991: 19.
worked mostly in fruit cultivation. Reference: Yu 1991: 19.
Gilroy Historical Museum, Santa
Clara County.
Gilroy Historical Museum
at 195 Fifth Street, City of Gilroy, has a
permanent exhibit on the
Chinese when the city was noted for its tobacco industry.
Chinese when the city was noted for its tobacco industry.
Heinlenville,
Santa Clara County.
Chinese quickly discovered that they could not rebuild on the site, so a new location was sought.
On June 20, 1887, John Heinlen leased property at Sixth Street and Taylor Street to eleven
Chinese for their use and occupation. Heinlen build the necessary buildings. The area, bounded
by Fifth, Seventh, Jackson and Taylor Street became known as Heinlenville. It was soon the center for the Chinese throughout Santa Clara County and was called Doy Say Tong Yun Fow. Of note was the fact that Heinlenville was surrounded by a high fence, topped with barbed wire. The purpose of the fence was to keep non-Chinese out, particularly during Chinese celebrations. By the 1930s, Heinlenville came to an end. The Great Depression and bankruptcy of the John Heinlen Company were the principal factors. Yet, Da Jui (All Soul's Day), as decreed by T'ien Hou, the principal deity of the Heinlenville temple, is still celebrated in the City of San Jose. It is now known as the Summer Festival. See Ken Ying Low Restaurant, Santa Clara County. Reference: Chan 1994: 28; Yu 1991: 31-41,107-108.
Ken Ying Low Restaurant Building, Santa Clara County.
The Ken Ying Low
Restaurant building is the best preserved of the remaining three buildings
of San Jose Chinatown that was centered on Market Street and San Fernando Street. Operated
by the Ng family, its reputation for fine food attracted patrons from as far away as Sacramento
and San Francisco. See San Jose Chinatown, Santa Clara County. Reference: Yu 1991: 65.
of San Jose Chinatown that was centered on Market Street and San Fernando Street. Operated
by the Ng family, its reputation for fine food attracted patrons from as far away as Sacramento
and San Francisco. See San Jose Chinatown, Santa Clara County. Reference: Yu 1991: 65.
Los Gatos Chinese Business Area, Santa Clara County.
The Los Gatos Chinese
business area was located in the town of Los Gatos on the south side of
Railroad A venue and south of Main Street across from the railroad tracks. There was a laundry
and two dwellings in February 1891. Reference: Sanborn Insurance Map 1891 b.
Railroad A venue and south of Main Street across from the railroad tracks. There was a laundry
and two dwellings in February 1891. Reference: Sanborn Insurance Map 1891 b.
Los Gatos Stone Walls, Santa
Clara County.
Built by Chinese
laborers, the stone walls are made of dry stacked field stones. Ranging in
thickness from one and one-half feet to three feet, they originally marked the boundaries of
ranches in the area. By 1980, more than two miles remained along Kennedy Road east of Los
Gatos Boulevard in the City of Los Gatos. Reference: Office of Historic Preservation 1980c.
thickness from one and one-half feet to three feet, they originally marked the boundaries of
ranches in the area. By 1980, more than two miles remained along Kennedy Road east of Los
Gatos Boulevard in the City of Los Gatos. Reference: Office of Historic Preservation 1980c.
Market Street Chinatown, Santa Clara County.
Market Street Chinatown
is another name for San Jose Chinatown. The alternate name comes
from its location on Market Street, one of its borders. See San Jose Chinatown, Santa Clara
County.
from its location on Market Street, one of its borders. See San Jose Chinatown, Santa Clara
County.
Maryknoll Seminary, Santa Clara County.
Maryknoll's long-term missionary
activity in China manifested itself in the seminary built in
Cupertino in 1926. San Francisco architect, Howard Milton and others designed the facility. The
building, known as the Drum Tower, clearly reveals the classical Chinese architecture, a
style that began in the Tang Dynasty. The tower's scroll work indicates the South China
influence. The seminary became a retirement home in 1969. Reference: Cooper 1971: 106-125.
Cupertino in 1926. San Francisco architect, Howard Milton and others designed the facility. The
building, known as the Drum Tower, clearly reveals the classical Chinese architecture, a
style that began in the Tang Dynasty. The tower's scroll work indicates the South China
influence. The seminary became a retirement home in 1969. Reference: Cooper 1971: 106-125.
Mayfield Chinatown, Santa Clara County.
Mayfield Chinatown, south
of the City of Palo Alto, consisted mostly of Heungshanese. A small
Chinatown, it was gone by world War II. Reference: Lai 1998: 8.
Chinatown, it was gone by world War II. Reference: Lai 1998: 8.
Ming Quong Children's Center, Santa
Clara County.
By the 1950's, Chinese children were being easily placed in foster homes. As a
result, the need
for Ming Quong orphanage decreased. Thus, the orphanage evolved into a facility
open to boys and girls of all ethnic backgrounds and
specialized in residential treatment of emotionally
disturbed children. Reference: Wong 1971: 176-195.
Mountain View Chinatown, Santa Clara County.
Mountain View Chinatown
in the community of Mountain View was particularly notable
because of its mobility. It was originally located along the stage coach route that connected San Francisco and San Jose. Once the railroad came through the area, Chinatown relocated next to the rail tracks. Reference: Liu 1987: 15.
because of its mobility. It was originally located along the stage coach route that connected San Francisco and San Jose. Once the railroad came through the area, Chinatown relocated next to the rail tracks. Reference: Liu 1987: 15.
National Dollar Store, Santa
Clara County.
Starting in San Jose, Joe Shoong owned a shirt manufacturing business. It failed but he went on to establish the National Dollar Store
chain of retail outlets. The store in San Jose was on First
Street and sold mostly clothing.
It, like the others throughout the state, provided employment to many Chinese
during the difficult times of the 1920's and 1930's. Shoong
was a philanthropist who made many
contributions to Chinese schools. See Joe Shoong House, Alameda County.
Reference: Leung 1984: 67; Yu 1991: 103.
New Almaden Mining Museum, Santa Clara County.
New Almaden Mining Museum, in the town of New Almaden, maintains
artifacts from the
Chinese Camp pagoda: pillars, a carved panel and bell. See Chinese Camp, Santa Clara County.
Chinese Camp pagoda: pillars, a carved panel and bell. See Chinese Camp, Santa Clara County.
Ng Shing Gung, Santa
Clara County.
Ng Shing Gung means
Temple of the Five Gods. In 1888, the
two-story brick temple was at
Cleveland Street and Taylor Street in Heinlenville. The first floor of the temple served as a
meeting hall, school and cultural center with the temple on the second floor. There one found Kwan Yin, Goddess of Mercy; Tien Ho (T'ien Hou) Queen of Heaven and Kwan Gung (Kwan Kung), God of War and Justice. The other two deities were most likely Choi Sun, God of Wealth and Wah Tao, God of Medicine. Dismantling of the temple began in 1949 and its furnishings were preserved by the City of San Jose. Today's replica exhibit building, known as Ng Shing Gung Museum, was dedicated during ceremonies on September 28-29, 1991. The museum displays temple artifacts, interprets the story of the Chinese in the area and provides other programs. Reference: Chinese Historical and Cultural Project 1988; Yu 1991: 51, 111-112.
Cleveland Street and Taylor Street in Heinlenville. The first floor of the temple served as a
meeting hall, school and cultural center with the temple on the second floor. There one found Kwan Yin, Goddess of Mercy; Tien Ho (T'ien Hou) Queen of Heaven and Kwan Gung (Kwan Kung), God of War and Justice. The other two deities were most likely Choi Sun, God of Wealth and Wah Tao, God of Medicine. Dismantling of the temple began in 1949 and its furnishings were preserved by the City of San Jose. Today's replica exhibit building, known as Ng Shing Gung Museum, was dedicated during ceremonies on September 28-29, 1991. The museum displays temple artifacts, interprets the story of the Chinese in the area and provides other programs. Reference: Chinese Historical and Cultural Project 1988; Yu 1991: 51, 111-112.
Phillipsville, Santa
Clara County.
After
the fire that destroyed Market Street Chinatown in the City of San Jose in 1870, some
Chinese relocated to the area of Hobson Street and San Pedro Street near the San Jose Woolen
Mill. The concentration of Chinese became known as Phillipsville, Phillips being the individual
most responsible for the relocation. It ceased to exist in 1902. See Big Jim's Chinatown, Santa
Clara County; Woolen Mill Chinatown, Santa Clara County. Reference: Yu 1991: 36,43.
Chinese relocated to the area of Hobson Street and San Pedro Street near the San Jose Woolen
Mill. The concentration of Chinese became known as Phillipsville, Phillips being the individual
most responsible for the relocation. It ceased to exist in 1902. See Big Jim's Chinatown, Santa
Clara County; Woolen Mill Chinatown, Santa Clara County. Reference: Yu 1991: 36,43.
Quon Mon Lee Fishing Camp, Santa Clara County.
The Quon Mon Lee Company most likely established a shrimp fishing camp southeast of where Redwood Creek is
joined by Corkscrew Slough in present-day Redwood City. Two five-man junks operated out of the camp in 1892. Reference: Office of Historic Preservation 1980d.
San Jose Chinatown, Santa Clara County.
By 1870, San Jose
Chinatown, City of San Jose, was centered on Market Street and San Fernando
Street. It contained 532 residents, most of who worked in the agricultural industry. A fire
destroyed many of its buildings in 1870, causing residents to temporarily relocate to Vine Street
next to the Guadalupe River. The Chinese returned to the Market Street location after Ng Fook
of San Francisco build several brick buildings for their use. By 1887, San Jose Chinatown's
population was more than one thousand and was the headquarters for the Chinese of Santa Clara
County. A fire on May 4, 1887 destroyed many structures, bringing about its demise. See Ah Toy
Alley, Santa Clara County; Big Jim's Chinatown, Santa Clara County; Heinlenville, Santa Clara
County; Phillipsville, Santa Clara County; Vine Street Chinatown; Woolen Mills Chinatown.
Reference: Yu 1991: 21-24, 29-30.
Street. It contained 532 residents, most of who worked in the agricultural industry. A fire
destroyed many of its buildings in 1870, causing residents to temporarily relocate to Vine Street
next to the Guadalupe River. The Chinese returned to the Market Street location after Ng Fook
of San Francisco build several brick buildings for their use. By 1887, San Jose Chinatown's
population was more than one thousand and was the headquarters for the Chinese of Santa Clara
County. A fire on May 4, 1887 destroyed many structures, bringing about its demise. See Ah Toy
Alley, Santa Clara County; Big Jim's Chinatown, Santa Clara County; Heinlenville, Santa Clara
County; Phillipsville, Santa Clara County; Vine Street Chinatown; Woolen Mills Chinatown.
Reference: Yu 1991: 21-24, 29-30.
San Jose Chinese American Cemetery, Santa Clara County.
The cemetery is located
at 350 Curtner Avenue, City of San Jose. It was established in
1900 by
the organizations of Ning Yung, Sam Yup, Kwong Chow, Yeong Wo, Hop Wo, Shu Hing, Yen
Hoi and Yan Woo The front wall, gate and altar were rebuilt in the 1960's and 1970's. The
ceremonial burner dates to 1900. Reference: Office of Historic Preservation 1980e.
the organizations of Ning Yung, Sam Yup, Kwong Chow, Yeong Wo, Hop Wo, Shu Hing, Yen
Hoi and Yan Woo The front wall, gate and altar were rebuilt in the 1960's and 1970's. The
ceremonial burner dates to 1900. Reference: Office of Historic Preservation 1980e.
Santa Clara Business Areas, Santa Clara County.
(1) There was a Chinese
business area on the north side of Franklin Street between Lafayette
Street and Washington Street, town of Santa Clara. By 1887, it consisted of two laundries.
Reference: Sanborn Insurance Map 1887b.
Street and Washington Street, town of Santa Clara. By 1887, it consisted of two laundries.
Reference: Sanborn Insurance Map 1887b.
(2) A second Chinese business
area in the town of Santa Clara was located on the south side of
Franklin Street between Jackson Street and Main Street in 1887. There were three laundries and
one dwelling. Reference: Sanborn Insurance Map 1887b,
Franklin Street between Jackson Street and Main Street in 1887. There were three laundries and
one dwelling. Reference: Sanborn Insurance Map 1887b,
Vine Street Chinatown, Santa Clara County.
Located on Vine Street next to the
Guadalupe River in the City of San Jose, the Vine Street
Chinatown came into being after the 1870 fire destroyed much of the San Jose Chinatown. See
San Jose Chinatown, Santa Clara County. Reference: Yu 1991: 19-24.
Chinatown came into being after the 1870 fire destroyed much of the San Jose Chinatown. See
San Jose Chinatown, Santa Clara County. Reference: Yu 1991: 19-24.
Woolen Mills Chinatown, Santa Clara County.
Woolen Mills Chinatown at Hobson Street
and San Pedro Street in the City of San Jose, was next
to the mill; hence, its name. Established by Mitchell Phillips and run by Chin Shin (also known
as Big Jim), it sought to house the Chinese displaced by the San Jose Chinatown fire of 1887. But
it quickly faded away when Big Jim left and Heinlenville became a reality. See Big Jim's
Chinatown, Santa Clara County; Heinlenville, Santa Clara County. Reference: Yu 1991: 36.
to the mill; hence, its name. Established by Mitchell Phillips and run by Chin Shin (also known
as Big Jim), it sought to house the Chinese displaced by the San Jose Chinatown fire of 1887. But
it quickly faded away when Big Jim left and Heinlenville became a reality. See Big Jim's
Chinatown, Santa Clara County; Heinlenville, Santa Clara County. Reference: Yu 1991: 36.
Benicia Chinatown, Solano County.
Benicia Chinatown, City
of Benicia, was located on both sides of First Street between E Street
and F Street in 1891. Reference: Sanborn Insurance Map 1891a.
and F Street in 1891. Reference: Sanborn Insurance Map 1891a.
Big Camp,
Solano County.
Big Camp was a Chinese
farm camp located on the Hatch Ranch in Suisun Valley near present-
day Solano Community College on Suisun Valley Road. Starting about 1870, the settlement
contained residences, stores, various organizations, gambling rooms and a population that reached
over 1,000-- all from Loong Doo Province in China. The laborers were said to be instrumental
in developing the fruit industry of the area. A unique aspect of Big Camp was a process where the
laborers had an opportunity to advance to foreman status. This often resulted in them being independent ranchers. Big Camp faded away around 1929. Reference: Leung 1997: 8-9.
day Solano Community College on Suisun Valley Road. Starting about 1870, the settlement
contained residences, stores, various organizations, gambling rooms and a population that reached
over 1,000-- all from Loong Doo Province in China. The laborers were said to be instrumental
in developing the fruit industry of the area. A unique aspect of Big Camp was a process where the
laborers had an opportunity to advance to foreman status. This often resulted in them being independent ranchers. Big Camp faded away around 1929. Reference: Leung 1997: 8-9.
Chinese Cut,
Solano County.
Chinese Cut is an
indentation or small bay along the course of the Sacramento River about 46
miles south of the City of Sacramento. On earlier maps, it is identified as Chinamans Cut.
Reference: United States Geological Survey 1978.
miles south of the City of Sacramento. On earlier maps, it is identified as Chinamans Cut.
Reference: United States Geological Survey 1978.
Dixon Chinese Business Area, Solano
County.
The Chinese business area
in the town of Dixon was on the east side of First Street between B
Street and C Street in 1884. There were two laundries and one store. All three were gone by 1888.
Reference: Sanborn Insurance Map 1888a, 1884b.
Street and C Street in 1884. There were two laundries and one store. All three were gone by 1888.
Reference: Sanborn Insurance Map 1888a, 1884b.
Hi Chung Laundry, Solano
County.
Hi Chung Laundry appears
to have been a source of work and the home for the few Chinese in
the town of Elmira during the 1880's. In fact, the 1880 United States Census taker recorded seven
of the nine Elmira Chinese men living at the laundry. Their occupations were laundry men (3),
cooks (2) and laborers (2). The laundry and the Chinese disappeared by the 1890 census. Yet, the
building and its distinctive sign persisted. Reference: Wey 1988: 146.
the town of Elmira during the 1880's. In fact, the 1880 United States Census taker recorded seven
of the nine Elmira Chinese men living at the laundry. Their occupations were laundry men (3),
cooks (2) and laborers (2). The laundry and the Chinese disappeared by the 1890 census. Yet, the
building and its distinctive sign persisted. Reference: Wey 1988: 146.
Lower Chinatown, Solano County.
Lower Chinatown was
another name for Old Vallejo Chinatown. See Old Vallejo Chinatown,
Solano County.
Solano County.
New Vallejo Chinatown, Solano County.
New Vallejo Chinatown was along Marin Street in the City of
Vallejo. It was also known as
Upper Chinatown because of its location further up the hill slope. In 1886, there were three
laundries. Like the remains of Old Vallejo Chinatown, it was destroyed as part of a redevelopment
project in the 1960's. See Old Vallejo Chinatown, Solano County. Reference: Sanborn Insurance
Map 1886c; Wong 1988: 161, 165.
Upper Chinatown because of its location further up the hill slope. In 1886, there were three
laundries. Like the remains of Old Vallejo Chinatown, it was destroyed as part of a redevelopment
project in the 1960's. See Old Vallejo Chinatown, Solano County. Reference: Sanborn Insurance
Map 1886c; Wong 1988: 161, 165.
Old Vallejo Chinatown, Solano
County.
Old Vallejo Chinatown was
located on Sonoma Street, City of Vallejo. It was also known as
Lower Chinatown because it was lower on the hill slope than New Vallejo Chinatown. Old
Vallejo Chinatown had a relatively stable population because of the employment opportunities
at nearby Mare Island Navy Yard. There was a Kuomingtang office, Young China Association
headquarters, Chinese language school as well as businesses and residences. Most of Old Vallejo
Chinatown was destroyed in the late 1930's with the entire area being demolished as part of a
Lower Chinatown because it was lower on the hill slope than New Vallejo Chinatown. Old
Vallejo Chinatown had a relatively stable population because of the employment opportunities
at nearby Mare Island Navy Yard. There was a Kuomingtang office, Young China Association
headquarters, Chinese language school as well as businesses and residences. Most of Old Vallejo
Chinatown was destroyed in the late 1930's with the entire area being demolished as part of a
Wong 1988: 154, 158, 161, 165.
Rio Vista Chinatown, Solano
County.
Rio Vista Chinatown was located in the
Sacramento River town of Rio Vista. Most of
the Chinese
who lived there were from the Toishan District of South China. The residents provided much of
the labor needed for the potato crops. When soil diseases reduced potato farming, asparagus
growing became important. The community prospered into the 1920s. Reference: Chu 1970: 28.
who lived there were from the Toishan District of South China. The residents provided much of
the labor needed for the potato crops. When soil diseases reduced potato farming, asparagus
growing became important. The community prospered into the 1920s. Reference: Chu 1970: 28.
Suisun
Chinese Business Area, Solano County.
The Chinese business area in the town of
Suisun was on the east side of Main Street from
Sacramento Street to Solano Street, extending along the north side of Solano Street by 1888.
There were two laundries and two dwellings. Reference: Sanborn Insurance Map 1888e.
Sacramento Street to Solano Street, extending along the north side of Solano Street by 1888.
There were two laundries and two dwellings. Reference: Sanborn Insurance Map 1888e.
Upper Chinatown, Solano County.
Upper Chinatown was an alternate name
for New Vallejo Chinatown. See New Vallejo
Chinatown, Solano County.
Chinatown, Solano County.
Vacaville Chinatown, Solano
County.
Vacaville Chinatown, in the community of
Vacaville, started with a Chinese laundry in 1870 that
was located around Dobbins Street. Initial settlers included the Yee family who located near the
present-day firehouse around First Street. Many of the early structures were made of tin--no doubt
rather hot inside during the summer. By 1888, Vacaville Chinatown extended along Kendall
Street between Dobbins Street and Barnard Street along Ulatis Creek. There were two laundries,
a temple, stores and three dwellings. Most of Vacaville Chinatown was gone by the 1940's. Today,
only one building remains and it is on the corner of Dobbins Street and Kendall Street. Reference:
was located around Dobbins Street. Initial settlers included the Yee family who located near the
present-day firehouse around First Street. Many of the early structures were made of tin--no doubt
rather hot inside during the summer. By 1888, Vacaville Chinatown extended along Kendall
Street between Dobbins Street and Barnard Street along Ulatis Creek. There were two laundries,
a temple, stores and three dwellings. Most of Vacaville Chinatown was gone by the 1940's. Today,
only one building remains and it is on the corner of Dobbins Street and Kendall Street. Reference:
Begell l997: 14; Limbaugh 1984: 247-249; Sanborn Insurance Map 1888f.
Sonoma County
Buena
Vista Winery, Sonoma
County.
Chinese laborers were first employed in
construction of the winery in the town of Sonoma in
1857. At that time, they built a tunnel for the storage of wine. They dug an additional storage
tunnel in 1858 and another in 1862. Also in 1862, they planted more than 20,000 grape vines. The
next year saw the Chinese constructing more wine cellars and working in the production of
champagne. In 1864, there were 1 00 Chinese employed at the winery. By the 1890's, the Chinese
were being displaced from the wine industry throughout the state because of technological
changes, cheaper labor and the Chinese Exclusion Act. The winery is California Historical
Landmark No. 392. See Greystone Winery, Sonoma County. Reference: Heintz 1977: 22-24,42-
1857. At that time, they built a tunnel for the storage of wine. They dug an additional storage
tunnel in 1858 and another in 1862. Also in 1862, they planted more than 20,000 grape vines. The
next year saw the Chinese constructing more wine cellars and working in the production of
champagne. In 1864, there were 1 00 Chinese employed at the winery. By the 1890's, the Chinese
were being displaced from the wine industry throughout the state because of technological
changes, cheaper labor and the Chinese Exclusion Act. The winery is California Historical
Landmark No. 392. See Greystone Winery, Sonoma County. Reference: Heintz 1977: 22-24,42-
54,62-65.
China Slough, Sonoma County.
China Slough is actually an oxbow lake, a meander of Sonoma Creek that separated from the
creek. The creek itself empties into San Pablo Bay about 20 miles northeast of San Raphael
between Highway 37 and 48. Reference: United States Geological Survey 1951.
creek. The creek itself empties into San Pablo Bay about 20 miles northeast of San Raphael
between Highway 37 and 48. Reference: United States Geological Survey 1951.
Chinese Gulch, Sonoma County.
Chinese Gulch has a one-mile-long stream
flowing through it that joins the ocean about two miles
west of the town of Plantation. Reference: United States Geological Survey 1977.
west of the town of Plantation. Reference: United States Geological Survey 1977.
Guerneville Chinese Business Area, Sonoma County.
The Guerneville Chinese business area in
the town of Guerneville was on the south side of Second
Street near Church Alley. By July 1885 there were two laundries. Both were gone by 1897.
Reference: Sanborn Insurance Map 1897, 1885a.
Street near Church Alley. By July 1885 there were two laundries. Both were gone by 1897.
Reference: Sanborn Insurance Map 1897, 1885a.
Petaluma Chinatown, Sonoma County.
Petaluma Chinatown, City of Petaluma,
was on the east side of B
Street between Third Street and
Fourth Street. In 1885, it consisted of a hotel, store, offices and a school. By 1888, only the school
remained. Reference: Sanborn Insurance Map 1888c, 1885b.
Fourth Street. In 1885, it consisted of a hotel, store, offices and a school. By 1888, only the school
remained. Reference: Sanborn Insurance Map 1888c, 1885b.
Santa Rosa Chinese Business Area, Sonoma County.
The Santa Rosa Chinese business area, City of Santa Rosa, was between First Street and
Fourth
Street and Main Street and D Street in 1885. It had seven laundries and three dwellings. All were
gone by 1893. Reference: Sanborn Insurance Map 1893, 1885c.
Street and Main Street and D Street in 1885. It had seven laundries and three dwellings. All were
gone by 1893. Reference: Sanborn Insurance Map 1893, 1885c.
Sonoma Chinatown, Sonoma County.
Sonoma Chinatown, in the town of Sonoma, was
located at Sonoma Plaza, an eight-acre area on
the National Historic Register. Sonoma Chinatown covered the west side of the plaza and was east
of Spain Street. It served the Chinese from the 1860's to the 1900's with restaurants, a general
merchandise store, laundry, rooming houses and a gambling and meeting hall. Reference: Wong
1987: 106-108.
the National Historic Register. Sonoma Chinatown covered the west side of the plaza and was east
of Spain Street. It served the Chinese from the 1860's to the 1900's with restaurants, a general
merchandise store, laundry, rooming houses and a gambling and meeting hall. Reference: Wong
1987: 106-108.
Sonoma County Museum, Sonoma County.
Sonoma County Museum at 425 Seventh
Street, City of Santa Rosa, has a permanent
exhibit of
Sonoma County history that includes the role of the Chinese in developing the county.
Sonoma County history that includes the role of the Chinese in developing the county.
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