In 1911, Proposition 4 “Should women be allowed to vote?” was placed on California's ballot for a special election on October 10. By a vote of 125,037 to 121,450, the proposition narrowly passed making California the sixth state in the nation to give women the right to vote. To celebrate the passage of Proposition 4, this program examines the life of Tye Leung Schulze, the first Chinese American woman to vote in the United States when she cast a ballot in San Francisco on May 19, 1912.
Much has been written about larger-than-life Tye Leung Schulze, the equal rights pioneer, the crusader against human trafficking, and the suffragist. Her impressive list of “firsts” is an undeniable tribute to the determination and confidence of this petite four-foot-nine-inch-tall daughter of Chinese immigrants. However, much less is known about Tye Leung, the person who is today lost in the shadow of her own legend. This multimedia presentation will introduce you to the human side of Tye Leung Schulze.
All are welcome. No registration required, but seating is on a first come, first served basis.
This program is co-sponsored by the Chinese Historical & Cultural Project, The League of Women Voters, Southwest Santa Clara Valley, and the Friends of Saratoga Libraries.
About the Speaker
Russell Low, a 4th generation Chinese American from California, is the great-grandson of Transcontinental Railroad worker Hung Lai Wah and rescued child slave, Tom Ying. Their story, and that of their descendants, has been featured on major media outlets and included in notable museums. Dr. Low combines his interests in research, family history, and storytelling in his books Three Coins, The All-American Crew, and A Willow Tree Becomes a Forest, and a new illustrated book, The Exceptional Life of Tye Leung Schulze that bring the stories to life for all generations.
After the presentation, there will be a book sale and signing by Dr. Low.
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