vancouver historical journal von matthews j s (2 Ergebnisse)

Soft cover. Zustand: Near Fine. Inscribed on the inside front cover: "Requesting your Kind acceptance | J.S. Matthews | Apr. 8. 1959 | Mrs. Geoffrey Massey | West Vancouver". 6" x 8-7/8", 70pp incl. prelims. Printed on coated stock and saddle stitched using staples in gloss varnished printed card stock cover. Some spotting / damp staining along the top edge and spine, otherwise light shelf wear, soiling to cover. Binding is strong and tight, staples are dulled but free of rust. Apart from inscription, pages are clean and bright and unmarked. Inscribed by Author(s).

Paperback. Zustand: Good. First Edition. 94 pages. Printed upon glossy stock. Profusely illustrated with high-quality reproductions of wonderful archival photos. Topics include: The Great Vancouver Fire, June 13, 1886; Vancouver is Named; Photos of massive trees; Clearing the C.P.R. Townsite; Vancouver Becomes a City, 6 April 1886; First Meeting of City Council; The First Morgue; Discover of the Source of Capilano Creek; Conversation With A.P. Horne; Unveiling of the Capilano Dam and Capilano Lake. Unmarked with average wear. A sound vintage copy of this highly informative and superbly illustrated issue. Lowther 2057, Hale 12375.; 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall; History - Vancouver, British Columbia, Vancouver - Fire, Capilano Creek - History, Capilano Dam - History.