"Every letter I have written..." (August 11; Mailed August 12, 1921), 1921
Scope and Contents
Content Warning: Racist Descriptions/Stereotypes of and Terminology for Chinese People; References to Indentured Servitude of Chinese People; Derogatory Stereotype of New York Jewish People; Racist Description of Malayisan People; Derogatory Description of and Terminology for Dutch people.
Jack writes more about his work and the trouble the company branch is facing. He also describes future travel plans; the horse races; Chinese, Malayasian, and Dutch people on Java (to whom the offensive descriptions and terminology are applied); recent correspondence with family; and photographs sent. The derogatory stereotype of New York Jewish people is directed towards the employment of Chinese people on Java.
Dates
- Creation: 1921
Creator
- Jack, Meredith M. (1897-1986) (Person)
Access
This collections is open to researchers and has no known restrictions.
Extent
From the Collection: 1.5 Linear Feet
Language of Materials
English
Repository Details
Part of the Linda Lear Center for Special Collections and Archives Repository
Connecticut College
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New London CT 06320 United States
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