Author: RAINIER-BOW CITY HISTORY BOOK CLUB
Title: Settlers Along the Bow: A History of Rainier, Bow City [Alberta Local History]
Description: Bow City, Alberta: Rainier-Bow City History Book Club, 1975. First Edition. Hardcover. ISBN: 0919212646. Presents the local history of Bow City and Rainier, Alberta, located just over two hours southeast of Calgary. "The lives of those whose stories are here recorded, as well as those whose were inadvertantly omitted or impossible to trace, are the threads of which is woven the fabric of one of life's tapestries. A prosperous, industrious, community - the result of vision and faith, determination and fortitutde, patience and generosity - is the legacy of the 'Settlers Along the Bow'". - Foreword. Topics include: Bow City - early ranchers, 1900; First Homesteaders, 1906; River Bow; South-west of town; Townsite and Mining; Irrigation; Schools and Teachers; Camp; Cattle Brands; Rainier - Agriculture; The Railway; Clubs and Organizations; Public Services; Schools; Items of Interest; Family Histories (over 100 pages). 296 pages. Index. Map of landowners. Generously illustrated with black and white reproductions of archival photos. Clean and unmarked with light wear. Binding sound. A quality example of this informative local history and invaluable genealogical reference. Krotki (2nd Edn) 247, Strathern 3236.; 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall; Z.ca has incorrect title for the isbn in this book so we're using an ASIN that works better.. Good .

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