Treatise of a society
Type
Book
Authors
ISBN 10
0889254524
ISBN 13
9780889254527
Category
General Library Collection
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Publication Year
1983
Publisher
Pages
253
Subject
Saskatchewan -- Prince Albert -- History
Tags
Prince Albert Exhibition Association, Saskatchewan, Horticulture, Prince Albert Exhibition Association -- History, Agricultural exhibitions -- Saskatchewan -- Prince Albert, Agricultural exhibitions, Saskatchewan -- Prince Albert -- History, Saskatchewan -- History, Art, Handicraft, Photography, Agriculture, Livestock
Abstract
"The early Minute Books of the Society, rich in history of the Lorne District, surrounding areas and the Society, were relegated to obscurity, until made accessible to the Author in several dilapidated, mouldy cardboard boxes.
The first books were written in beautiful calligraphy script, with variations of terminology and spelling, attributed to the era and nationality of the Secretary. Many of these old phrases and diverse spellings occur throughout the book.
From the Minute Books of the Society, augmented by information from Regina Archives, The Heritage Museum, many other writings and interviews, emerged an interesting historical story. Reaching back to events prior to the settlement of Prince Albert and following the arrival of the settlers, it was found the Society so closely paralleled the growth of Prince Albert, that one could not properly portray one without mention of the other.
Since the Society was the only governing body in the Lorne area for a number of years, they passed Ordinances, were responsible for obtaining seed grain for the agricultural community and upgrading of livestock. They were instrumental in obtaining a rail line to Prince Albert and were in the forefront regarding returning soldiers and Siftons Immigration Policy.
Treatise of a Society is divided into Chapters dealing with Indians, Society, Ladies, Art and Handicraft, Photography, Grounds, Buildings and City, Livestock, Horticulture and Farm Camps. Each section delves into the history of the topic.
The Society, since its inception in 1883 - then known as The Lorne Agricultural and Industrial Society, incorporated 1887 under the name The Lorne Agriculture Society, changed its name to The Prince Albert Agricultural Society in 1905 when Saskatchewan became a Province and finally in 1971 to the Prince Albert Exhibition Association - is the oldest continuing Agricultural Society in Saskatchewan.
1983 The Prince Albert Exhibition Association celebrates its 100th year."--Book jacket.
The first books were written in beautiful calligraphy script, with variations of terminology and spelling, attributed to the era and nationality of the Secretary. Many of these old phrases and diverse spellings occur throughout the book.
From the Minute Books of the Society, augmented by information from Regina Archives, The Heritage Museum, many other writings and interviews, emerged an interesting historical story. Reaching back to events prior to the settlement of Prince Albert and following the arrival of the settlers, it was found the Society so closely paralleled the growth of Prince Albert, that one could not properly portray one without mention of the other.
Since the Society was the only governing body in the Lorne area for a number of years, they passed Ordinances, were responsible for obtaining seed grain for the agricultural community and upgrading of livestock. They were instrumental in obtaining a rail line to Prince Albert and were in the forefront regarding returning soldiers and Siftons Immigration Policy.
Treatise of a Society is divided into Chapters dealing with Indians, Society, Ladies, Art and Handicraft, Photography, Grounds, Buildings and City, Livestock, Horticulture and Farm Camps. Each section delves into the history of the topic.
The Society, since its inception in 1883 - then known as The Lorne Agricultural and Industrial Society, incorporated 1887 under the name The Lorne Agriculture Society, changed its name to The Prince Albert Agricultural Society in 1905 when Saskatchewan became a Province and finally in 1971 to the Prince Albert Exhibition Association - is the oldest continuing Agricultural Society in Saskatchewan.
1983 The Prince Albert Exhibition Association celebrates its 100th year."--Book jacket.
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