The Public Ledger Building, Philadelphia: With an Account of the Proceedings Connected with its Opening June 20, 1867.

Childs, George W.

Published by Childs, George W., 1868

Condition: Good Hardcover

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The Public Ledger Building, Philadelphia: With an Account of the Proceedings Connected with its Opening June 20, 1867. Compiled and printed by George W. Childs. 1868, 205 pp, 8.25 x 5.75 , 8vo, hardcover 3/4 leather. In good condition, with superficial rubbing and wear to exterior of boards, primarily along edges and corners. Light loss to head and heel of spine, along with some wear to title label. Minor cracking to hinges at front and rear. Text block remains bound well. Includes a clipped signature from George W. Childs. Includes plates of the building and of Childs. General age-related toning to pages, along with periodic foxing and wear. Please see photographs and ask any questions prior to purchasing. A scarce piece on the dedication, architecture and opening of the Public Ledger Building in Philadelphia. John William Childs (1829-1894) was an American publisher, best known for being the co-owner of the Public Ledger. The building in question in this volume would be demolished in 1920 to make way for the current building on the site. COLU1868BGHB ******COLU1868DGHB 0524 HKREVISION. Seller Inventory # COLU1868BGHB

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Title: The Public Ledger Building, Philadelphia: ...

Publisher: Childs, George W.

Publication Date: 1868

Binding: Hardcover

Condition: Good

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