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- Member of: Chinese Immigrants in Cuba: Documents From the James and Ana Melikian Collection
Created1873
Description
A letter to the Secretary of the Government of Cuba requesting naturalization of a Chinese settler, Leonardo Valdez. He was originally from Canton, but promises to renounce his rights as a citizen of China if he is make a Cuban citizen. Included are records of his past work contracts and letters of recommendation from past employers.
Created1865-06-06
Description
This is a formal rehire request that was written on behalf of Sebastian, a Chinese settler, who had just completed a labor contract and was seeking to sign a new one for the duration of one year. Sebastian sought to sign a new contract to work on the railroads with a railroad company under Maximo Mora. The subsequent documents include a second contract, his baptism certificate, and a formal written request for his carta de domicilio, or permanent residence card, that was signed on June 6, 1866. Other documents included in this selection are testimonies that were written by Sebastian's past owners describing his good conduct and dedication to his work. 1865.
Created1867
DescriptionRelates that Federico, a Chinese settler, was granted permanent residency in Cuba after fulfilling the legal requirements. He worked for the Gran Azucaria, a sugar cane producer.
Created1955
DescriptionThis is a balance sheet for the Casino Chung Wah's Society of Instruction and Recreation. It is based in Bayamo, Cuba in the Park of the Revolution. It shows the balance in the treasury for each month.
Created1956
DescriptionElection roll from the Casino Chung Wah's 1956 leadership election. It lists the names of the President, Secretary, Treasurer, and the Speakers.
Created1945-02-17
DescriptionThis is a letter concerning the balance sheet for the Association of Chinese Settlers' Bayamo delegation. It shows the expenses of the group for the year. Sent to the Provincial Government of Oriente.
Created1951-02-12
DescriptionA letter from the Association of Chinese settlers to the Governor of the Province of Orient detailing when Casino Chong Wah registered to become an official organization in Oriente and when they received their official certificate, confirming their membership.
Created1928-02-20
DescriptionA letter from Guillermo Cuan and Mario Cuan, the President and the Secretary of the Delegation of Guantanamo to the Provincial Government of Oriente. It lists the President, Vice President, Secretary, the Vice Secretary, Treasurer, and Vice Treasurer.