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[ca. 1897] (Creation)
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Physical description
17 photographs : b&w ; 18.7 x 24 cm
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Custodial history
The Historical North Coast Photograph Album was transferred from British Columbia Archives in Victoria, B.C. to Northern B.C. Archives & Special Collections at the University of Northern British Columbia in Prince George, B.C. in June 2006.
Scope and content
Contains photographs generally depicting landscapes, water scenes, and views of towns on British Columbia's north coast. Includes images featuring sternwheelers and other boats, canneries, fisheries, and individuals. Locations depicted include Port Essington and Port Simpson (Lax Kw’alaams) in BC, Fort Wrangell in Alaska, and other unknown towns. Includes one photograph of a man named Max Lohbrunner, and many other images depicting unidentified individuals.
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Physical condition
Photographs are severely faded and adhered to album pages which are very warped.
Immediate source of acquisition
Arrangement
Album dismantled and rehoused, original order maintained.
Language of material
English
Script of material
Location of originals
Northern BC Archives & Special Collections
Availability of other formats
.Tiff & .Jpg
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Terms governing use, reproduction, and publication
Personal or academic use of photographic materials is welcomed under the standard fair use and educational use clauses of Canadian Copyright Law. Commercial use is, however, forbidden without the express permission of the copyright holder. For information on obtaining written permission from the copyright holder, please contact the Northern B.C. Archives and Special Collections.
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Conservation
Photographs adhered to album pages which are dirty and yellowed, some foxing &/or mould is evident, and page structure is severly desiccated.