Phonetic Promotion Committee records, 1919-1930, bulk 1920-1928
Collection context
- Creator:
- China Continuation Committee. Phonetic Promotion Committee
- Extent:
- 2.25 linear feet (2.25 linear feet 4 boxes + 1 oversize tube box)
- Language:
- English .
- Scope and content:
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The collection includes committee publications, teaching materials, bulletins and posters that convey Biblical messages using Chinese and phonetic script.
- Biographical / historical:
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This Sub-committee of the China Continuation Committee worked to promote the use of the National Phonetic system (zhuyin zimu 注音字母) throughout China to improve biblical and general literacy.
Access and use
- Restrictions:
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The originals in Series 2 are fragile and therefore restricted. The surrogate copies in Series 2 are accessible for research by appointment.
- Location of this collection:
- Before you visit:
- Researchers must book an appointment at least 5 business days in advance to view special collections material in the reading room. To make the most of your visit, be sure to request your desired materials before booking your appointment, as researchers are limited to one item per hour of appointment time.
- Contact:
- burke@library.columbia.edu