Spofford Alley / 斯呂宋巷
In the past, Spofford Alley was one of the central avenues of Chinatown. The Chee Kung Tong [Chinese Free Mason], located at 36 Spofford Alley, was the meeting place of the revolutionaries led by Dr. Sun Yat Sen, who planned the overthrow of the Man Chu government in China.
Many district formed here during the early 1900's. Spofford Alley was the scene of many Tong confrontations until the consul general urged negotiation for peace and set up a peace treaty. In 1913, the General Peace Association was founded to calm open violence and rivalry.
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Erected by St. Mary's Chinese Center, Spofford Alley Improvement Association, Chinatown Neighborhood Improvement Resource Center, Chinatown Better Parks and Recreation Committee.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Asian Americans • Peace.
Location. 37° 47.699′ N, 122° 24.449′ W. Marker is in San Francisco, California, in San Francisco City and County. It is in Chinatown. Marker is at the intersection of Spofford Street and Washington Street, on the left when traveling south on Spofford Street. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: San Francisco CA 94108, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance
Credits. This page was last revised on February 7, 2023. It was originally submitted on June 15, 2021, by Andrew Ruppenstein of Lamorinda, California. This page has been viewed 1,707 times since then and 85 times this year. Photos: 1. submitted on June 15, 2021, by Andrew Ruppenstein of Lamorinda, California. 2, 3. submitted on June 16, 2021, by Andrew Ruppenstein of Lamorinda, California.