Historical information

According to Les Youie (the editor) this is an example of one of the first newsletters produced by the Young Chinese League for its members.

Significance

This newsletter is significant for its links to the Chinese Young League. The League was formally established on 4 October 1932 to to promote free social intercourse and goodwill among its members and their mutual improvement. Membership was open to all persons, with one or both parents or grandparents born in China. Wives of Chinese members were permitted as members with the same privileges. It was a significant social organisation for Chinese-Australians in Melbourne in the mid to late twentieth century.

Physical description

One page mimeograph copy of newsletter for members of the Young Chinese League. The newsletter covers both sides of the sheet.

Inscriptions & markings

Handwritten in blue on the top middle is: 'SAMPLE' and in black: 'Dec 1955'.