Author: CANCELA, JULIE
Title: The Ditch - Lifeline of a Community
Description: Canada: O.H.S.M.& A, 1986. First Edition. Paperback. 45 pages. Reference list. Illustrated with reproductions of archival black and white photos. "The ditch is the life line of (Oliver, B.C.), turning a once semi-arid desert region in the viable fruit growing oasis it is today. A long, narrow canal dug in the earth, the ditch carries the water throughout the district irrigating the grower's summer crops. Constructed of cement, the ditch signifies a sixty-six year history of the area, and most important, a heritage to remember and record for future generations to the district." - from page 3. Clean and unmarked with light wear. A quality copy of this informative local history. Hale & Barman 155.; 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall; The Ditch - Lifeline of a Community Oliver British Columbia History Settlement Water Resources. Very Good .

Keywords: Agriculture Canadian