ECU Libraries Catalog

Elgin and Surroundings.

Other author/creatorBotsford, C. E., publisher.
Other author/creatorAdams, Raymond, 1898-1987 former owner.
Format Book and Print
Publication InfoElgin, Illinois : C.E. Botsford, [1891]
Description1 volume (unpaged) : chiefly illustrations ; 16 x 24 cm
Subject(s)
Cover title Elgin and Surroundings, 1891
Local noteJoyner Rare copy includes pamphlet title Gail Borden Public Library, 1873-1973: A Brief History" by Mildred Lathrop and Millie Clute laid in and a clipping from the Elgin (Ill.) Daily Courier-News, dated Thursday, Jully 3, 1969 titled "Old State Street Residence Will Give Way to High Rise" laid in.
General notePhotomechanical reproductions of photographs of Elgin, with accompanying text.
General noteIncludes photographs of riverfront view, street views, churches, commercial buildings, public utilities, factories, residences, hotels, dairy processing plants, schools, industrial buildings, breweries, fire department, nursery, and residences. Includes description and several photographs of the Elgin National Watch Factory.
General noteIncludes map of Elgin, with caption reading "Press and Bindery of W.B. Conkey Co. Chicago."
General noteIncludes list of municipal officers of Elgin.
Acquisitions source Joyner Rare copy gift of Dean Van Clay 10-4-22
Genre/formphotomechanical prints.
Genre/formPictorial works.
Genre/formViewbooks Illinois Elgin 19th century.

Available Items

Library Location Call Number Status Item Actions
Joyner Rare Collection F549.E4 E4 1891 ✔ Available Request Material