Chinatown Guarded As Rival Tongs Hold Annual Convention

Clip: 340384_1_1

Year Shot: 1931 (Estimated Year)

Audio: No

Video: B/W

Tape Master: 1504

Original Film: 003-035-08

HD: N/A

Location: NEW YORK, N.Y.

Timecode: 00:43:37 - 00:44:17

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High contrast, rolling images Thousands of Chinese from all parts of nation gather in oriental quarter for conclaves of hip sings and on leongs, held simultaneously for first time in history of this country. Antagonists may sign disarmament agreement. Extra police detachments mingle with crowds to prevent outbreak. Dragon is paraded through streets to expel 'evil spirits' and business 'depression.'