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Postcard 2399

Photogelatine Engraving Co. United (Publlisher) ; Merrill A.J (Artist) . [York Boat]. Toronto: Photogelatine Engraving Co. United, Toronto, [1900].
Description: Reproduction of a sketch of a york boat in the water with several men rowing.
On Back: "York boat, Taking its name from York Factory, the great depot on Hudson Bay, the York or inland boat could carry much more cargo than a large canoe. It was propelled by sweeps and a sail, and was used on the great waterways from James Bay to the Mackenzie Delta for 130 years."
Physical description: 1 postcard : b&w ; 9 x 14 cm.
Language: English
Subject headings:
Collection: Prairie Postcards
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