cometadata/datacite-titles-descriptions-related-identifiers huggingface dataset:
DOI: 10.25549/impa-c123-81162
title: Mission church altar, Basankusu, Congo, ca.1920-1940

description: “Missie van O.L.V. ten Bunderen, Moorslede.  21.  Basankusu, Congo.  Een  altar op de Missie.   A narrow carpet from the sanctuary leads up to the altar. Carpets cover the brick steps and there is a large cushion for kneeling.   Candles and candelabras adorn the top of the altar.  The caption is printed on the back of the postcard.  Handwriting in Dutch closely covers the back of the card.
DOI: 10.25549/impa-c123-81155
title: Mission at Lubefu, Congo, ca.1920-1940

description: “Kerk en Missie P.P. Passionisten Lubefu (Sankuru) Congo.”  The church and mission buildings of the Passionist Fathers at Lubefu sit at the base of two hills covered in grasslands.  The following information is printed on the back of the postcard:  “Missieprocuur Paters Passionsten Kortrijk. Postchek. 42.12.96.  Ern Thill, Brussel.”
DOI: 10.25549/impa-c123-81168
title: Mission church, Katako-Kombe, Congo, ca.1920-1940

description: “Kerk en Missie P.P. Passionisten – Katako-Kombe (Sankuru) Congo.”  The mission church at Katako-Kombe is a constructed with brick in the Western style.  Palm trees are growing on the grounds nearby. The following information is printed on the back of the postcard:  “Missieprocuur Paters Passionsten Kortrijk. Postchek. 42.12.96.  Ern Thill, Brussel.”
DOI: 10.25549/impa-c123-81164
title: Avenue of palms at the mission at Lodja, Congo, ca.1920-1940

description: “Avenue des Palmiers  -  Missiedes  P.P. Passionistes – Lodja (Sankuru) Congo.”   Palm trees line the sidewalks on the main street at the Passionist Fathers Mission at Lodja.  A missionary father poses at the edge of the street. The following information is printed on the back of the postcard:  “Procure des Missions des P.P. Passionistes Courtrai.  Compte Ch. Post. 42 12 96.  Ern. Thill, Bruxelles.
DOI: 10.25549/impa-c123-81156
title: Huts in a village, Congo, ca.1920-1940

description: “Village Indigène  -  Mission du Congo  P.P. Passionistes.”   A-frame huts are the primary structures in this village at the edge of a forest.  The following information is printed on the back of the postcard:  “Procure des Missions des P.P. Passionistes Courtrai.  Compte Ch. Post. 42 12 96.  Ern. Thill, Bruxelles.
DOI: 10.25549/impa-c123-81171
title: Woman with tribal markings, Mbandaka, Congo, ca.1920-1940

description: “Les Sœurs du Précieux Sang.  Préfecture de Coquilhatville (Congo Belge).  Femme congolaise avec tatouage.”  An African woman poses for her portrait. On her right shoulder are tribal markings of thin, vertical ribbons of scarred skin, above thin, horizontal bands.  The caption and name of the publisher “Ern. Thill, Bruxelles” are printed on the back of the postcard.  There is no handwriting on the back.
DOI: 10.25549/impa-c123-81165
title: Village of Boënde, Congo, ca.1920-1940

description: “Missionarissen van het H. Hart, Borgerhout-Antwerpen.  Missie van Coquilhatstad (Belgisch Congo).  Inlandisch dorp van Boënde.”  Young boys squat in the village center at Boënde. A few low buildings are partially visible in the background.  Forest surrounds the village.  The name of the publisher “Ern. Thill, Brussel.” is printed on the back of the card.  There is no handwriting on the back.
DOI: 10.25549/impa-c123-81170
title: Mission sewing school, Congo, ca.1920-1940

description: “Congo Belge.  Belgische Kongo.  Série. Reeks: 7 no. 3   ̶   Ecole professionnelle pour filles.  Beroepsschool voor meisjes.  Desaix, Bruxelles.”  Young women are learning to sew at the mission vocational school for girls.  Some use sewing machines while others stitch by hand.  A missionary sister teacher oversees their work.  There is no handwriting on the back of the postcard.
DOI: 10.25549/impa-c123-81172
title: Older student with bicycle, Kinshasa, Congo, ca.1920-1940

description: “Missiën van de Broeders der Christelijke Scholen in Congo.  Missions des Frères des Ecoles Chrétiennes au CongoOud-leerling van Leopoldstad.  Ancien élève de Leopoldville.”    An older student at the mission school poses with his bicycle. The name of the publisher, “Ern. Thill, Brussel.” and the caption are printed on the back of the postcard.  There is no handwriting on the back.
DOI: 10.25549/impa-c123-81173
title: Women spinning cotton, Mission du Tche Li Sud- Est, China, ca.1920-1940

description: “Mission du Tche Li Sud-Est.  26. – Fillettes de l’Orphelinat filant le coton.”  Three young women sit at spinning wheels spinning cotton at the orphanage for girls, Mission du Tche Li Sud-Est.   The following information is printed on the back of the card:  “Procure des Missions, 73, Rue des Stations, Lille.  I faut lire: ‘Chine, Ceylan, Madagascar’.  Bulletin trimestriel, 10 fr. par en.  Lille 73, Rue des Stations.”  There is no handwriting on the back.
DOI: 10.25549/impa-c123-81174
title: Ferry at a branch of the Yellow River, China, ca.1920-1940

description: “Mission du Tche Li Sud-Est.  ̶  Chi li south east Catholic Mission.”  20 .  ̶   Passage d’un bras du Fleuve Juane – The Ferry at a branch of the Yellow River.”  Camels loaded with packs stand on the river bank waiting to board the ferry.  One camel and twelve to fifteen people are shown on a ferry at the dock.  Several boats with masts and other ferries are seen out on the river.  The publisher “Procure des Missions: 73, rue des Stations – Lille (Nord).” is printed on the back of the postcard.  There is no handwriting on the back.
DOI: 10.25549/impa-c123-81175
title: Typical city street in China, ca.1920-1940

description: “Mission du Tche Li Sud-Est.  ̶  Chi li south- east Catholic Mission.”  34.   ̶   Intérieur de ville chinoise  - To have an idea of City-life in China.”  Businesses and shops line the sides of a city street in China.  A man displays carpets in the street and bird cages hang outside a shop.  A decorative arch spans the busy street.   The publisher “Procure des Missions: 73, Rue des Stations – Lille (Nord).” is printed on the back of the postcard.  There is no handwriting on the back.
DOI: 10.25549/impa-c123-81176
title: Entrance to rectory at Ts'ing Fong Hsien, China, ca.1920-1940

description: “Mission du Tche Li Sud-Est.  ̶  Chi li south- east Catholic Mission.”  28.  ̶   Porte d’entrée du presbytère de Ts’ing Fong Hsien.  Children stand at the entrance of the parish priest’s house at Tsinf Fong Hsien. The large brick building has no windows and a decorative tile roof.  The publisher “Procure des Missions: 73, Rue des Stations – Lille (Nord).” is printed on the back of the postcard.  There is no handwriting on the back.
DOI: 10.25549/impa-c123-81177
title: Baptismal ceremony, China, ca.1920-1940

description: Baptême dans un village   ̶   About to become christians.”  A group of children and several adults stand before a priest and two acolytes to be baptized into the Christian Catholic Church.  The priest and acolytes wear distinctive hats and traditional Western robes.  The name of the publisher “Phototypie j. Bienaimé, Reims” is printed on the back of the postcard.  There is no handwriting on the back.
DOI: 10.25549/impa-c123-81178
title: Funeral procession, China, ca.1920-1940

description: “Mission du Tche Li Sud-Est   ̶  Chi li south- east Catholic Mission.”  29.  ̶   Enterrement païen.  Le cercueil recouvert du’un catafalque de papier  -  A pagan Burial: the Coffin.”  People look on as a crowded funeral procession passes.  The bier is elaborately decorated and carried by several men.  The publisher “Procure des Missions: 73, Rue des Stations – Lille (Nord).” is printed on the back of the postcard.  There is no handwriting on the back.
DOI: 10.25549/impa-c123-81179
title: Waterwheel for rice field irrigation, China, ca.1920-1940

description: “Chine.  Irrigation de la rizière.”  A waterwheel stands above a canal near a rice paddy field.  The wheel, operated by two men, has woven blades or spokes with bamboo pipes attached that deliver the water to the field.  The caption and following information are printed on the back of the postcard:  “Procure des Missions des Pères Jesuites.  ‘Chine – Madagascar’.  73, Rue des Stations, Lille – C.C.P. 134. Hélio-Lorraine – Nancy.”   There is no handwriting on the back.
DOI: 10.25549/impa-c123-81180
title: Itinerant blacksmiths, China, ca.1920-1940

description: “Mission du Tche Li Sud-Est   ̶  Chi li south- east Catholic Mission.”  30.  ̶   Forgerons ambulants  - The Itinerant Blacksmiths in China.”  Two traveling blacksmiths are forging a piece of metal.  One holds the heated metal with tongs while the other strikes it with a large hammer.  The publisher “Procure des Missions: 73, Rue des Stations – Lille (Nord).” is printed on the back of the postcard.  There is no handwriting on the back.
DOI: 10.25549/impa-c123-81181
title: Village street scene, China, ca.1920-1940

description: “Mission du Tche Li Sud-Est   ̶  Chi li south- east Catholic Mission.”  31.  ̶   Entrée d’un village chinois.  Petit auberge  - Street and Inn of a Chinese Village.”  Hanging banners mark the entrance to a village with a small inn.  A boy stands in the center of the street near a table with wares.  The publisher “Procure des Missions: 73, Rue des Stations – Lille (Nord).” is printed on the back of the postcard.  There is no handwriting on the back.
DOI: 10.25549/impa-c123-81182
title: Giving out winter clothes at the mission, Shenyang, China, ca.1920-1940

description: “Sœurs de la Providence de Portieux (Vosges).  Mission de Moukden (Mandchourie).  Leao-Yang.  Distribution de vêtements pour l’hiver.  Imp. G. Kadar Paris.”  A missionary sister hands out clothese to men outside a mission in Moukden [Shenyang], Manchuria.  Nine men dressed in heavy coats and boots pose next to a building.   The caption and publisher “Imp. G. Kadar, Paris.” are printed on the back of the postcard.  There is no handwriting on the back.
DOI: 10.25549/impa-c123-81183
title: Extended family, China, ca.1920-1940

description: "Une Famille Chinoise.”  A father, mother and their baby along with a grandfather wearing eyeglasses, pose by a fence in their courtyard.  A tea set and a mantle clock sit on a table next to the woman and child.  The name of the publisher “Phot Francisc. Miss., Vanves (Seine).” is printed on the back of the postcard.  Handwriting in French closely covers the back.
DOI: 10.25549/impa-c123-81184
title: Infants and children are cared for at the mission, China, ca.1920-1940

description: “Opera della S. Infanzia.  Salvati dai Cani!.  Dei due bambini in piedi, il maggiore, gettato in pasto ai cani dai suoi genitori fu salvato dalle suore.  La sua faccia è in parte mangiata.  Questo fotografia fu mandata da Mons.  Merel di Canton.”  Women at the mission hold babies in their arms as they pose for a photo with two little children and a baby in a basket.  The eldest of the two children standing was saved by nuns after being thrown to the dogs by his parents.  His face is partially disfigured from the mauling. This photograph was provided by Bishop Merel Canton.  There is no handwriting on the back of the postcard.
DOI: 10.25549/impa-c123-81185
title: Learning to write, China, ca.1920-1940

description: “Procure des Missions des Père Jésuites. ‘Chine – Madagascar’.  73, Rue des Stations, Lille – C.C. P. 134.  Chine.  – Je vous écris…”  A young schoolgirl practices writing Chinese characters with a sharp pen and ink.  She wears small hoop earrings and rings on both hands.  The name of the publisher “Hélio-Lorraine – Nancy” and the caption are printed on the back of the postcard.  There is no handwriting on the back.
DOI: 10.25549/impa-c123-81186
title: Mission church, Dali, China, ca.1920-1940

description: “Préfecture Apostolique de Tali (Chine).  Église.”  The mission church at Ta-li [Dali] is a large ornate building with Chinese style roofs.  There is no handwriting on the back of the postcard.
DOI: 10.25549/impa-c123-81187
title: Girls pose for a photo, China, ca.1920-1940

description: Girls of all ages pose for their picture at the mission. Various types of fowl are shown in the foreground.  The caption is largely obscured by the photo.  The name of the publisher “Eigendom der ‘Missiën van Scheut’”. is printed on the back of the postcard.  There is no handwriting on the back.
DOI: 10.25549/impa-c123-81188
title: Cub scout enjoys some food, China, ca.1920-1940

description: “Procure des Missions des Père Jésuites. ‘Chine – Madagascar’.  73, Rue des Stations, Lille – C.C. P. 134.  Chine.  – L’œil malin du louveteau.”  A cub scout in his uniform enjoys eating with his hands.  He holds a set of chop sticks along with the food.  Handwriting in French closely fills the back of the postcard.
DOI: 10.25549/impa-c123-81189
title: Infants and babies at the Catholic Mission, Taikou, China, ca.1920-1940

description: “Œuvre Pontificale de la Sainte-Enfance, 44, Rue du Cherche-Midi – Paris (6e).  L’Œuvre de la Sainte-Enfance baptise chaque année plus de 600,000 petits infidèles.  Elle en élève plus de un million.  Asie   ̶   Taikou   ̶   Enfants apportés à la Crèche.”  Infants and babies brought to the mission are shown at the entrance with the missionary sisters, other clergy and two workers.  The following information is printed on the back of the card:  Baptême D’Enfant Païen.  Offrande pour en Baptême: 5 Francs.   ̶     ̶   Rachat: 25 Francs. Nom et adresse du Parrain ou de la Marriane (très lisiblement).”  There are two columns with lines for writing the names of those to be baptized and those to be redeemed.  “ Chèques Postaux: 150-75 Paris.  Inscrivez-vous à la Légion de Sainte-Thérèse de l’Enfant-Jésus:  offrande 52 frs.  Devenez membre perpétuel de la Sainte-Enfance: 100 francs.  À retourner au siège de l’Œuvre de la Sainte-Enfance, 44, Rue du Cherche-Midi, Paris (6e).”  There is no handwriting on the back.
DOI: 10.25549/impa-c123-81190
title: European children and missionary father, China, ca.1920-1940

description: European children and a missionary father pose outside the gate to a building.  Some children appear to be dressed for a pageant.  Handwriting in French closely covers the back of the postcard.
DOI: 10.25549/impa-c123-81191
title: Procession at the cathedral, Louyang, China, ca.1920-1940

description: “Loyang (Cina).  -  Seminaristi in processione che escono dalla Cattedrale.”  A crucifer and two torch bearers lead a procession of young Catholic seminarians out of the cathedral in Loyang [Louyang].  The students are dressed in traditional Western vestments.  The name of the publisher “1st. It. D’Arti Grafiche, Bergamo – 1943 XXI.” and the caption are printed on the back of the postcard.  There is no handwriting on the back.
DOI: 10.25549/impa-c123-81192
title: Classroom at girls school,  Shenyang, China, ca.1920-1940

description: “Sœurs de la Providence de Portieux (Vosges).  Mission de Moukden (Mandchourie).  Orphelinat d’Ing-K Oou.  Enfants à l’étude.”  Girls sit at high and low desks in a classroom outside at the mission school for orphans in Moukden [Shenyang].  One student stands at an easel while a missionary sister teacher and assistant oversee.   The caption and publisher “Imp. G. Kadar, Paris.” are printed on the back of the postcard.  There is no handwriting on the back.
DOI: 10.25549/impa-c123-81193
title: Eating with chopsticks, China, ca.1920-1940

description: “Missiën van Scheut:  China.  Iedereen moet met stokjes eten.”  A woman wearing a heavy winter coat feeds a young child a piece of food with chopsticks.  The following information is printed on the back of the postcard:  “Missië van Scheut – Postcheck.1269.90.  Drukkerij ‘De Beurs’, Antwerpen.”  There is no handwriting on the back.
DOI: 10.25549/impa-c123-81194
title: Students outdoors during recess, China, ca.1920-1940

description: ""China. Si-wan-tze.   ̶   De Heilige Kindsheid en de speelplaats.”  Students and a missionary sister are shown outside during recess at the mission school.  The students wear hats, heavy coats and long pants.  The name of the publisher “Eigendom der ‘Missiën van Scheut’ is printed on the back of the postcard.  There is no handwriting on the back.
DOI: 10.25549/impa-c123-81195
title: Reading and writing in school, China, ca.1920-1940

description: “Missiën van Scheut:  China.  Hier schrijft men met penseelen.”  Students are shown reading at their desks.   One student is using a brush to write characters.  A heating stove is present in the Classroom.  The following information is printed on the back of the postcard:  “Missiën van Scheut: Postcheck. 1269.90  Drukkerij 'De Beurs' Antwerpen."  There is no handwriting on the back.
DOI: 10.25549/impa-c123-81196
title: Summer Palace entrance, Beijing, China, ca.1920-1940

description: “Missies van Scheut   ̶   China.  Overdekte zuliengang van ‘t Zomerpaleis (bij  Peking).”  Magnificent entrance arches are shown at the Summer Palace in Peking [Beijing].  Intricately carved friezes and stone tiles decorate the exterior walls of the arches.  The name of the publisher “Missies van Scheut – China” is printed on the back of the postcard.  A few words are handwritten in Dutch on the back.
DOI: 10.25549/impa-c123-81197
title: Child sleeping in doorway, China, ca.1920-1940

description: “Unione Missionaria del Clero. Via di Propaganda, 2 – Roma. Grafiche A.L.M.A. – Milano – via Pezzotti, 38.”  A small child is shown sleeping at a door outside a building.  He wears a cap, jacket and pants and holds a small blanket.  The caption is printed on the back of the postcard.  There is no handwriting on the back.
DOI: 10.25549/impa-c123-81198
title: Child praying, China, ca.1920-1940

description: A child is shown praying at an altar rail.  The following information is printed on the back of the postcard:  “Proprieta dell ’Istituto Saveriano.  Missioni Estere – Parma.  Foto Frassineti S. X.  Giuntoli – Milan.” There is no handwriting on the back.
DOI: 10.25549/impa-c123-81199
title: Two young children, China, ca.1920-1940

description: Two young children pose for their portrait.  The little girl has her hair in braids and wears an earring.  The little boy wears a medal, possibly a patron saint medal. The following information is printed on the back of the postcard:  “Proprieta dell ’Istituto Saveriano.  Missioni Estere – Parma.  Foto Frassineti S. X.  Giuntoli – Milan.” There is no handwriting on the back.
DOI: 10.25549/impa-c123-81200
title: Praying the rosary, China, ca.1920-1940

description: An older woman wearing a hat kneels with a young boy at an altar railing.  Together they hold a strand of prayer beads.   The following information is printed on the back of the postcard:  “Proprieta dell ’Istituto Saveriano.  Missioni Estere – Parma.  Foto Frassineti S. X.  Giuntoli – Milan.” There is no handwriting on the back.
DOI: 10.25549/impa-c123-81201
title: Friends smoking with pipes, China, ca.1920-1940

description: A bearded missionary father enjoys smoking his pipe with two fellow smokers.  Two styles of Chinese pipes are depicted.   The following information is printed on the back of the postcard:  “Proprieta dell ’Istituto Saveriano.  Missioni Estere – Parma.  Foto Frassineti S. X.  Giuntoli – Milan.” There is no handwriting on the back.
DOI: 10.25549/impa-c123-81202
title: Veneration of the cross, China, ca.1920-1940

description: An old woman gazes upon the figure of Christ crucified on a wooden cross.   The following information is printed on the back of the postcard:  “Proprieta dell ’Istituto Saveriano.  Missioni Estere – Parma.  Foto Frassineti S. X.  Giuntoli – Milan.” There is no handwriting on the back.
DOI: 10.25549/impa-c123-81203
title: Two schoolboys, China, ca.1920-1940

description: Two boys smile as they pose for a photo.  One pauses with his brush from writing.   The following information is printed on the back of the postcard: “Proprieta dell ’Istituto Saveriano.  Missioni Estere – Parma.  Foto Frassineti S. X.  Giuntoli – Milan.” There is no handwriting on the back.
DOI: 10.25549/impa-c123-81204
title: Friends pose arm-in-arm, China, ca.1920-1940

description: Three young children dressed in brightly colored shirts pose head to head for their portrait.   The following information is printed on the back of the postcard:  “Proprieta dell ’Istituto Saveriano.  Missioni Estere – Parma.  Foto Frassineti S. X.  Giuntoli – Milan.” There is no handwriting on the back.
DOI: 10.25549/impa-c123-81205
title: Two children with umbrella, China, ca.1920-1940

description: Two young people pose in front of an open umbrella.  “Proprieta dell ’Istituto Saveriano.  Missioni Estere – Parma.  Foto Frassineti S. X.  Giuntoli – Milan.” There is no handwriting on the back.
DOI: 10.25549/impa-c123-81206
title: Baby with keys, China, ca.1920-1940

description: A baby wearing a cap and bib and holding a key ring with keys poses for a photo.   The following information is printed on the back of the postcard:.  “Proprieta dell ’Istituto Saveriano.  Missioni Estere – Parma.  Foto Frassineti S. X.  Giuntoli – Milan.” There is no handwriting on the back.
DOI: 10.25549/impa-c123-81207
title: Child contemplates a crucifix, China, ca.1920-1940

description: A young boy wearing a patron saint medal stares up at a figure of Christ crucified on a cross.   The following information is printed on the back of the postcard:  “Proprieta dell ’Istituto Saveriano.  Missioni Estere – Parma.  Foto Frassineti S. X.  Giuntoli – Milan.” There is no handwriting on the back.
DOI: 10.25549/impa-c123-81208
title: Men enjoying a meal, China, ca.1920-1940

description: Two old Chinese men hold their empty food bowls with chopsticks resting in them.  Both men have long chin beards and mustaches and wear heavy jackets and caps.   The following information is printed on the back of the postcard:  “Proprieta dell ’Istituto Saveriano.  Missioni Estere – Parma.  Foto Frassineti S. X.  Giuntoli – Milan.” There is no handwriting on the back.
DOI: 10.25549/impa-c123-81209
title: Man reading a Bible with rosary, China, ca.1920-1940

description: An old man holds a rosary together with a Bible as he reads. The following information is printed on the back of the postcard:  “Proprieta dell ’Istituto Saveriano.  Missioni Estere – Parma.  Foto Frassineti S. X.  Giuntoli – Milan.  Istituto Saveriano Missione Estere.  Piacenza Stradone Farnese, 11. C.C.P. 25-7902.  Tel. 28-10.  Abbiamo ricevuto la Sua offerta e La ringraziamo sentitamente.  Il Signore terrà conto della Sua generosità e saprà ricompensarLa.  Noi da parte nostra, pregheremo per Lei e Per i Suoi Cari vivi e defunti.  Porgiamo I nostri ossequi e auguri di ogni bene.  Il P. Rettore.”  There is an address handwritten in Italian on the back.
DOI: 10.25549/impa-c123-81210
title: People at a mission, China, ca.1920-1940

description: Men and boys are photographed outside a mission in China.  There is no caption or handwriting on the back of the card.
DOI: 10.25549/impa-c123-81211
title: Church in the Chinese style, Henan, China, ca.1920-1940

description: “Vicar, Apostolico del Ho-Nan Settentiron. (Cina).  Una Chiesa in stile cinese.”  A church built in the Chinese style of architecture is depicted in Ho-Nan [Henan] province.  An awning covers an entrance to the ornate building.  Words in Chinese characters are written in numerous places on the front of the church.  There are several lines of handwriting in Italian on the back of the postcard.
DOI: 10.25549/impa-c123-81212
title: Food at the mission, China, ca.1920-1940

description: “Buona Pasqua.  3). Cina: la carità dei buoni è ….riso per I bimbi di Cina.”  Little children smile as they eat their food.  One has a bowl of rice and the other one eats some type of bread or cake.  The caption and the following information are printed on the back of the postcard:  "Procura delle Missioni Sacerdoti del S. Cuore.  Bologna Via Derna, 45 – C.C. Postale 8/16793.  Alma-Milano via Venini, 46.”  There is no handwriting on the back.