cometadata/datacite-titles-descriptions-related-identifiers huggingface dataset:
DOI: 10.25549/impa-c123-81394
title: Lolo people, China, ca.1920-1940

description: “Jeune mariée Lolo.  A newly married Lolo Lady.  Jeune homme et jeunes filles Lolos."  A young Lolo man and girls.”  A newly married Lolo woman is shown wearing and interesting hat and long striped robe with sashes.  A young Lolo man and three young Lolo women are depicted in their traditional dress. Their clothing has a distinctive border pattern on the jackets, robes and women’s pants.  Two women wear wide-brimed hats with beaded veils.  The following information is printed on the back of the postcard:  “Missions-Etrangères de Paris, 128 rue du Bac.”  There is no handwriting on the back.
DOI: 10.25549/impa-c123-81395
title: Procession of the dragon, Yibin, China, ca.1920-1940

description: “La procession du Dragon autour de Suifu (Chine).  The procession of the Dragon around Suifu.”  People supporting the heads and bodies of two dragons process along a city street at Suifu [Yibin] as others follow.  The following information is printed on the back of the postcard:  “Missions-Etrangères de Paris, 128 rue du Bac.”  There is no handwriting on the back.
DOI: 10.25549/impa-c123-81396
title: Rural marketplace, China, ca.1920-1940

description: "48.  A l’étape.  (Kouy-Tcheou. Chine).”  People and horses are shown in a rural village or supply station.  Several small rustic buildings sit at the base of a hill.  The following information is printed on the back of the postcard:  “Missions-Etrangères de Paris, 128 rue du Bac.”  There is no handwriting on the back.
DOI: 10.25549/impa-c123-81397
title: Mission school students, Guiyang, China, ca.1920-1940

description: “17 Kouiyang  ̶  Les Elèves du Probatorium.  (Kouy-Tcheou. Chine).”  Missionary fathers are shown together with their students of varied ages.  The following information is printed on the back of the postcard:  “Missions-Etrangères de Paris, 128 rue du Bac.”  There is no handwriting on the back.
DOI: 10.25549/impa-c123-81398
title: Journey on horseback, China, ca.1920-1940

description: "32  Tchelin.  ̶  Missionnaires en tournée. (Kouy-Tcheou. Chine).”  Two missionary fathers are shown traveling in the countryside on horseback.  They are accompanied by six men who carry supplies and guide the animals.  The following information is printed on the back of the postcard:  “Missions-Etrangères de Paris, 128 rue du Bac.”  There is no handwriting on the back.
DOI: 10.25549/impa-c123-81399
title: Mountainous region, China, ca.1920-1940

description: “31  Tchenlin.  ̶  Paysage de la région de Tchenlin. (Kouy-Tcheou.  Chine).”  Missionary fathers on horseback and their guide helpers are shown on a ridge overlooking the picturesque region of Tchenlin.  The peaks of high mountains are shown in the distance.  The following information is printed on the back of the postcard:  “Missions-Etrangères de Paris, 128 rue du Bac.”  There is no handwriting on the back.
DOI: 10.25549/impa-c123-81400
title: Men dine outside, China, ca.1920-1940

description: “49  Au Réfectoire. (Kouy-Tcheou.  Chine).”  Chinese men with long queues, possibly monks, are shown dining in the open-air refectory.  The following information is printed on the back of the postcard:  “Missions-Etrangères de Paris, 128 rue du Bac.”  There is no handwriting on the back.
DOI: 10.25549/impa-c123-81401
title: Consecration of Bishop, China, ca.1920-1940

description: “Après le sacre d’un nouvel Évéque au Kientchang (Chine).  After the consecration of a new Bishop, Kientchang.”  A crowd of people receive the new Bishop after his consecration at Kien chang.   The Bishop is shown descending from a stage that holds the altar and members of the clergy.  There is a cross at the top of the Chinese style structure.  The following information is printed on the back of the postcard:  “Missions-Etrangères de Paris, 128 rue du Bac.”  There is no handwriting on the back.
DOI: 10.25549/impa-c123-81402
title: Chinese New Year celebration, Guiyang, China, ca.1920-1940

description: “19 Kouiyang.  ̶  Fête du Printemps (24 janvier).   (Kouy-Tcheou.  Chine).”   A young person of importance is carried through the streets on a palanquin during the Spring Festival.  Crowds of people jam the streets of Kouiyang [Guiyang] to celebrate the Chinese New Year.  The following information is printed on the back of the postcard:  “Missions-Etrangères de Paris, 128 rue du Bac.”  There is no handwriting on the back.
DOI: 10.25549/impa-c123-81403
title: Looking down on a Moso village, Sichuan, China, ca.1920-1940

description: ”Un village Moso au Setchoan (Chine).  A Moso village, Setchoan.”   Rooftops of a mountainside Moso village are shown with the valley below.  The following information is printed on the back of the postcard:  “Missions-Etrangères de Paris, 128 rue du Bac.”  Handwriting in French closely covers the back.
DOI: 10.25549/impa-c123-81404
title: Tomb of Bishop Faurie, Guiyang, China, ca.1920-1940

description: “6  Kouiyang.  ̶  Cimetière des chrétiens.  Tombeau de Mgr Faurie (1824-1871).  (Kouy-Tcheou, Chine).”  A missionary father poses inside the low wall of the large marble tomb of Bishop Faurie at the Christian cemetery at Kouiyang [Giuyang].  The tomb is decorated with carvings and small sculpture.   The following information is printed on the back of the postcard:  “Missions-Etrangères de Paris, 128 rue du Bac.”  There is no handwriting on the back.
DOI: 10.25549/impa-c123-81405
title: Chinese monks, Guiyang, China, ca.1920-1940

description: “14 Kouiyang.  ̶  Pagode de Kien-lin-chan.  Groupe de Bonzes.  (Kouy-Tcheou, Chine).”  A large group of monks of varying ages poses for a photo.   Several monks hold musical instruments. The following information is printed on the back of the postcard:  “Missions-Etrangères de Paris, 128 rue du Bac.”  There is no handwriting on the back.
DOI: 10.25549/impa-c123-81406
title: Crossing a bamboo bridge, China, ca.1920-1940

description: “Caravane sur un pont en bambou. Yunnan (Chine).   A caravan crossing a bamboo bridge, Yunnan (China).""   A narrow bamboo bridge is shown spanning a river.   A line of carts and people can be seen crossing from one end to the other.   The following information is printed on the back of the postcard:  “Missions-Etrangères de Paris, 128 rue du Bac.”  There is no handwriting on the back.
DOI: 10.25549/impa-c123-81407
title: Caravan from Yunnan to Tibet, China, ca.1920-1940

description: “Du Yunnan au Thibet, les caravanes.  From Yunnan to Thibet, the caravans.”  A train of pack animals loaded with goods is shown on the road from Yunnan to Thibet.  A few people are seen walking alongside.  The following information is printed on the back of the postcard:  “Missions-Etrangères de Paris, 128 rue du Bac.”  There is no handwriting on the back.
DOI: 10.25549/impa-c123-81408
title: Mission church and buildings, Shanghai, China, ca.1920-1940

description: “Chine  ̶  Mission des Jésuites.  L’Eglise de Zikawei.”  The towering twin spired Western style church is shown along with the surrounding mission buildings and grounds.  The following information is printed on the back of the postcard:  ""Procure Générale du Kiang Nan – 21, rue de Sèvres, Paris VIe.""  There is no handwriting on the back.
DOI: 10.25549/impa-c123-81409
title: Mission nursery, Shanghai, China, ca.1920-1940

description: “Chine  ̶  Mission des Jésuites.  Seng Mou yen de Zikawei - Pouponnière.”  Missionary sisters are shown caring for the infants and young children in the nursery.  Some infants are seen in bamboo bassinets while the toddlers sit on the floor or in little wooden play pens.   The following information is printed on the back of the postcard:  "Procure Générale du Kiang Nan – 21, rue de Sèvres, Paris VIe."  There is no handwriting on the back.
DOI: 10.25549/impa-c123-81410
title: Mission church and grounds, China, ca.1920-1940

description: “Chine  ̶  Mission des Jésuites.  L’église de T’ang-Mou-K’iao (N.-D. de Lourdes).”  The large stone church is depicted from the side with several buildings seen behind the church.  A person stands in the field or clearing next to the mission.  The following information is printed on the back of the postcard:  “Procure de Chine  ̶   42, rue de Grenelle, Paris VIIe.”  There is no handwriting on the back.
DOI: 10.25549/impa-c123-81411
title: Brothers and sisters playing, Shanghai, China, ca.1920-1940

description: “Chine  ̶  Mission des Jésuites.  Enfants d’une Famille Chrétienne  ̶  Shanghai.”  Children of a Chinese Christian family are shown playing in a garden.  Two sisters play at a table game and two younger children pose on a swing.  A little girl holds a doll and her brother holds a tennis racket.  The following information is printed on the back of the postcard:  “Procure de Chine  ̶   42, rue de Grenelle, Paris VIIe.”  There is no handwriting on the back.
DOI: 10.25549/impa-c123-81412
title: Buffalo grazing, China, ca.1920-1940

description: “Chine  ̶  Mission des Jésuites.  Bufflonne au pacage.”   A man is shown sitting on a buffalo eating grass in a clearing near bushes.  The following information is printed on the back of the postcard:  “Procure de Chine  ̶   42, rue de Grenelle, Paris VIIe.”  There is no handwriting on the back.
DOI: 10.25549/impa-c123-81413
title: River flowing past a mission and village, China, ca.1920-1940

description: “Chine  ̶  Mission des Jésuites.  L’ Église de Tsiang Yang (N.D. de Lourdes).”  A river with several  boats is shown flowing past a small village.  The church opposite the village is hidden by trees except for the bell tower.  The following information is printed on the back of the postcard:  "Procure Générale du Kiang Nan – 21, rue de Sèvres, Paris VIe."  There is no handwriting on the back
DOI: 10.25549/impa-c123-81414
title: Dried herb gatherers, China, ca.1920-1940

description: “Chine  ̶  Mission des Jésuites.  Les ramasseurs d’herb sèche."  Two children dressed in hats and heavy jackets pose in a doorway.  The older child holds a long wooden pole and carries on his back a sack overflowing with dried herbs.  The following information is printed on the back of the postcard:  "Procure Générale du Kiang Nan – 21, rue de Sèvres, Paris VIe."  There is no handwriting on the back.
DOI: 10.25549/impa-c123-81415
title: Guard statue, Nanjing, China, ca.1920-1940

description: “Chine  ̶  Mission des Jésuites.  Nankin  ̶  Un poussah gard..barrière. “  A bigger than life statue of a gate keeper is shown towering over a fence.  An adult and child look up at the menacing figure wearing a tall hat and holding a mallet.  The following information is printed on the back of the postcard:  "Procure Générale du Kiang Nan – 21, rue de Sèvres, Paris VIe."  There is no handwriting on the back.
DOI: 10.25549/impa-c123-81416
title: Traveling by donkey cart, China, ca.1920-1940

description: “Mission de Sien-hsien  (Tché-li S.-E.)  17 – Le Missionnaire voyage en char.”  A missionary father is shown riding in a covered donkey cart accompanied by two attendants on foot.  A second donkey and a cow lead the cart.  The following information is printed on the back of the postcard: “Procure des Missions.  Bulletin ‘Chine, Ceylan, Madagascar’.  Lille, 73, rue des Stations.  Phototypie   ̶  47- 49, rue de Canteleu.  Lille.”  There is no handwriting on the back.
DOI: 10.25549/impa-c123-81417
title: Porridge and cakes for dinner, China, ca.1920-1940

description: “Mission de Sien-hsien  (Tché-li  S.-E.)  4  - Le Menu:  Bouillie de millet et petits pains cuits à la vapeur.”  Children are shown at the dinner table with bowls of porridge and small rolls or cakes cooked by steaming.  The following information is printed on the back of the postcard:  “Procure des Missions.  Bulletin ‘Chine, Ceylan, Madagascar’.  Lille, 73, rue des Stations.  Phototypie   ̶  47- 49, rue de Canteleu.  Lille.”  There is no handwriting on the back.
DOI: 10.25549/impa-c123-81418
title: Chinese priest, China, ca.1920-1940

description: “I – Un vieux prêtre chinois, le Père Paul SIU.   A Chinese priest is depicted in a chair holding an open fan.  He is shown on the porch of a building next to a column on which Chinese characters are written.  The following information is printed on the back of the card:  “Procure des Missions.  Bulletin ‘Chine, Ceylan, Madagascar’.  Lille, 73, rue des Stations.  Téléph. 60.42. Ch. Post. 134.    Les Impr. Réunies, 49, rue de Canteleu.  Lille.”  There is no handwriting on the back.
DOI: 10.25549/impa-c123-81419
title: Wooden bridge at park, China, ca.1920-1940

description: “14 – Pont de bois aux environs de Sien-Hsien.”  A wooden bridge crosses a river in a park near Sien-Hsien.  A small sailboat is seen on the water.  The following information is printed on the back of the card:  “Procure des Missions.  Bulletin ‘Chine, Ceylan, Madagascar’.  Lille, 73, rue des Stations.  Téléph. 60.42. Ch. Post. 134.    Les Impr. Réunies, 49, rue de Canteleu.  Lille.”  There is no handwriting on the back.
DOI: 10.25549/impa-c123-81420
title: School friends, China, ca.1920-1940

description: “17 – Deux amis… Sont-ils sympathiques?”  Two young students wearing fur hats are shown with open books in their classroom.  The following information is printed on the back of the card:  “Procure des Missions.  Bulletin ‘Chine, Ceylan, Madagascar’.  Lille, 73, rue des Stations.  Téléph. 60.42. Ch. Post. 134.    Les Impr. Réunies,.  Lille.”  There is no handwriting on the back.
DOI: 10.25549/impa-c123-81421
title: Choir of young male catechumens, China, ca.1920-1940

description: “25.  Petis catéchumènes qui apprennent à ‘chanter’ les prières.”   A group of young male catechumens sing the Christian prayers.  The boys hold their hats in their hands.  The following information is also printed on the back of the card:  “Procure des Missions.  Bulletin ‘Chine, Ceylan, Madagascar’.  Lille, 73, rue des Stations.  Téléph. 60.42. Ch. Post. 134.    Les Impr. Réunies,.  Lille.”  There is no handwriting on the back.
DOI: 10.25549/impa-c123-81422
title: Spinning cotton, China, ca.1920-1940

description: “11 – Avant la conquête du machinisme: Métiers à domicile.”  Two white haired people are shown sitting in a yard spinning cotton.  One uses a portable, hand-cranked wheel, while the other spins using a smaller square machine mounted to a standing metal rod.   The following information is also printed on the back of the card:  “Procure des Missions.  Bulletin ‘Chine, Ceylan, Madagascar’.  Lille, 73, rue des Stations.  Téléph. 60.42. Ch. Post. 134.    Les Impr. Réunies,.  Lille.”  There is no handwriting on the back.
DOI: 10.25549/impa-c123-81423
title: Chinese market, China, ca.1920-1940

description: “Mission des Pères Franciscains du Chan –Tong Oriental (Chine).  Marché Chinois”.  Carts and people transport items to a Chinese street market where a large number of people are shown buying or selling goods. The following information is printed on the back of the postcard:  “208 rue de Pessac, Bordeaux.”  Handwriting in French closely covers the back of the card.
DOI: 10.25549/impa-c123-81424
title: Praying to the Virgin Mary, China, ca.1920-1940

description: “Mission des Pères Franciscains Français au Chan –Tong Oriental (Chine).  Marché Chinois”.  15  Les petites ouvrières de l’imprimerie aux pieds de Marie.”  People are shown kneeling before an altar with a statue of the Virgin Mary.  Christian artwork hangs on the walls nearby. The following information is printed on the back of the postcard:  ”Union Missionnaire Franciscaine vient en aide aux Franciscains Français qui ont des Missions en Chine, en Orient, au Maroc.  On s’inscrit: M. le Procureur, rue Marie-Rose, 9, Paris (14e), ou M. le Directeur, 28 rue Émile Zola, Mons-en-Barœul, Nord.”  There is no handwriting on the back.
DOI: 10.25549/impa-c123-81425
title: Smoking a pipe, China, ca.1920-1940

description: “Missions d’Asie.  Fumeur chinois.”  A man poses while smoking a very long thin pipe made from a reed or branch.  He wears a broad brimmed straw hat and long robe.   The caption and following information are printed on the back of the postcard:  “Edition de la Propagation de la Foi. C.C. P. 618.25.  C.C.P. 72-71.  5, rue Monsieur, Paris (7e).  12, rue Sala, Lyon (2e).”  There is no handwriting on the back
DOI: 10.25549/impa-c123-81426
title: Praying Buddhist monk, China, ca.1920-1940

description: “Missions d’Asie.  Bonze bouddhiste en prièrè.”  A Buddhist monk is shown praying holding prayer beads.  The caption and following information are printed on the back of the postcard:  “Edition de la Propagation de la Foi. C.C. P. 618.25.  C.C.P. 72-71.  5, rue Monsieur, Paris (7e).  12, rue Sala, Lyon (2e).”  There is no handwriting on the back.
DOI: 10.25549/impa-c123-81427
title: Missionary sister and Chinese doctor, China, ca.1920-1940

description: “Missions d’Asie.  Médecin chinois et religieuse europeenne.”  A missionary sister nurse or doctor and a Chinese doctor are shown viewing something together.  The caption and following information are printed on the back of the postcard:  “Edition de la Propagation de la Foi. C.C. P. 618.25.  C.C.P. 72-71.  5, rue Monsieur, Paris (7e).  12, rue Sala, Lyon (2e).”  There is no handwriting on the back.
DOI: 10.25549/impa-c123-81428
title: Pagoda at Zhenjiang, China, ca.1920-1940

description: “Chine.  ̶   I.  La pagode de la montagne d’or à Tchen-Kiang.  Les tours son généralement de neuf étages  ̶   recouvertes de faïences coloriées.”  A nine story pagoda is shown on a hill above a waterfront building at Tchen-Kiang [Zhenjiang] where empty rickshaws are parked and a sailboat is docked.  The caption and following information are printed on the back of the card: “Imprimerie M. Lescuyer, Lyon.  Ed. Jésuites Missionnaires, 6, Rue D’Auvergne, Lyon.”  There are several lines of handwriting in French on the back.
DOI: 10.25549/impa-c123-81429
title: Buddhist monk, China, ca.1920-1940

description: “Chine.  ̶   2. Un bonze dans la pagode de Sou Tchéou.  Un jour ne viendra-t-il pas où ces prières et ces rites seront mieux dirgés?...”.  A Buddhist monk is shown standing by a large censer in front of a gated pagoda.  The caption and following information are printed on the back of the card: “Imprimerie M. Lescuyer, Lyon.  Ed. Jésuites Missionnaires, 6, Rue D’Auvergne, Lyon.”  There are several lines of handwriting in French on the back.
DOI: 10.25549/impa-c123-81430
title: Young people in contemplation, China, ca.1920-1940

description: “Chine.  ̶   5. Devant les hautes façades de la Chine moderne, ces jeunes Chinois anxieux attendent…Qui leur apportera le grand  ‘message’ du Christ?...  Photo du P. de Reviers, s.j.”  Three young Chinese people are shown on a sidewalk.  The front of a modern style building is seen in the background.  The caption and following information are printed on the back of the card: “Imprimerie M. Lescuyer, Lyon.  Ed. Jésuites Missionnaires, 6, Rue D’Auvergne, Lyon.”  There is no handwriting on the back.
DOI: 10.25549/impa-c123-81431
title: Young girl with broom, China, ca.1920-1940

description: “Mission Dominicaine de Chine.  Shanghang.  – Josépha et son Balai.”  A smiling young girl poses with a short broom on her shoulder.  She wears an apron over her clothes.  The following information is printed on the back of the postcard:  “Imprimeries Réunies de Nancy.  Édition des ‘Missions Dominicaines’ – Paris.”  There is no handwriting on the back.
DOI: 10.25549/impa-c123-81432
title: Children on their First Communion, China, ca.1920-1940

description: “Mission Dominicaine de Chine.  Shanghang.  – Au beau Jour de la Première Communion.”  Three young Chinese children are depicted on the day of their First Communion.  The following information is printed on the back of the postcard:  “Imprimeries Réunies de Nancy.  Édition des ‘Missions Dominicaines’ – Paris.”  There is no handwriting on the back.
DOI: 10.25549/impa-c123-81433
title: Writing lesson, China, ca.1920-1940

description: “Mission Dominicaine de Chine.  Shanghang.  – La Leçon d’Écriture.”  Three little Chinese children receive a lesson in writing.  The following information is printed on the back of the postcard:  “Imprimeries Réunies de Nancy.  Édition des ‘Missions Dominicaines’ – Paris.”  There is no handwriting on the back.
DOI: 10.25549/impa-c123-81434
title: Singing lesson, China, ca.1920-1940

description: “Mission Dominicaine de Chine.  Wuping.  – La Leçon de Chant.”  Several young girls and two women are shown singing together with a missionary sister teacher who plays a portable piano.  The following information is printed on the back of the postcard:  “Imprimeries Réunies de Nancy.  Édition des ‘Missions Dominicaines’ – Paris.”  There is no handwriting on the back.
DOI: 10.25549/impa-c123-81435
title: After Mass outside at the mission, China, ca, 1920-1940

description: “Mission des Franciscains.  Groupe de Chrétiennes après la Messe célébrée en plein air à Hoang- Pou, cans la Mission du Chan-Tong Oriental (Chine).”  Christian worshipers pose for their photo after celebrating Mass outside at the mission.  An altar with a cross and candles is seen against the building wall.  An awning and Christian banners frame the altar area.  The following information is printed on the back of the postcard:  Phototypie CH. Chambon, Bordeaux.  There is no handwriting on the back.
DOI: 10.25549/impa-c123-81436
title: Mission day care, China, ca.1920-1940

description: “Mission des Franciscains.  Enfants d’une Crêche de la Mission du Chan-Tong Oriental (Chine).  Infants and children at the mission day care pose on mats  outside.  Two female caregivers look on.  The following information is printed on the back of the postcard:  Phototypie CH. Chambon, Bordeaux.  There is no handwriting on the back.
DOI: 10.25549/impa-c123-81437
title: Chinese hospital nurses, China, ca.1920-1940

description: “A group of Chinese Hospital Nurses.”  Five Chinese hospital nurses are depicted in their uniforms.    “Many native women receive training as nurses in the various C.M.S. Hospitals in China.  This is a most important feature of Medical Mission Work.  Medical Mission Auxiliary, Church Missionary House, Salisbury Square, London, E.C.”  There is no handwriting on the back of the postcard.
DOI: 10.25549/impa-c123-81438
title: Journey in palanquins, China, ca.1920-1940

description: “Missions des Ursulines d l’Union Romaine.  En tournée dans les montagnes de Hopo pour visitere les Vierges en poste.”   Two missionary sisters on a journey in the mountains pose with their porters.   The following information is printed on the back of the postcard:  Procure: 10, rue des Carmes, Tournai (Belgique). Ch. P. 141.813.”  There is no handwriting on the back.
DOI: 10.25549/impa-c123-81439
title: Mission children with physical disabilities, China, ca.1920-1940

description: “Congrégation des Sœurs de Saint-Paul, 5 rue Saint-Jacques, Chartres (E.-et-L.).  3. Chine.  ̶  Hong Kong: Les plus choyées de la grande famille.”  A missionary sister doctor or nurse poses with children with physical disabilities.  The following information is printed on the back of the postcard:  Reprod. Interdite  ̶  Congrégation St-Paul de Chartres.”  There is no handwriting on the back.
DOI: 10.25549/impa-c123-81440
title: Jobs for everyone, China, ca.1920-1940

description: “Congrégation des Sœurs de Saint-Paul, 5 rue Saint-Jacques, Chartres (E.-et-L.).  3. Chine.  ̶  Hong Kong: A chacun son travail.”  A missionary sister poses with five people (two physically disabled) who are employed with different tasks.   The following information is printed on the back of the postcard:  Reprod. Interdite  ̶  Congrégation St-Paul de Chartres.”  There is no handwriting on the back.
DOI: 10.25549/impa-c123-81441
title: Orderly recession from Mass, Hong Kong, China, ca.1920-1940

description: “Congrégation des Sœurs de Saint-Paul, 5 rue Saint-Jacques, Chartres (E.-et-L.).  3. Chine.  ̶  Sainte-Enfance de Hong Kong:  En revenant de la messe.”  School children file out of an imposing mission church after Mass as a missionary sister looks on.   The following information is printed on the back of the postcard:  Reprod. Interdite  ̶  Congrégation St-Paul de Chartres.”  There is no handwriting on the back.