Object Title
Brampton's 100th Anniversary 1873-1973
Object Name
Book
Artist/Maker
Charters Publishing Company Limited
Date Made
1973
Materials
Paper
Catalogue Number
2009.150.001
Dimensions

Length: 28.5 cm x Width: 22.5 cm x Height: 3.0 cm

Description

This book has a gold hardcover. On the top of the front cover, there is a green illustration of the coat of arms. The inscription on the ribbon reads "PER ADVAR AD SUMMUM BONUM CIVILIUM". On the middle of the page, the title "Brampton's 100th Anniversary 1873-1973" is written in green texts. The spine is gold, flat, and has the book title on it. The back cover has a plain gold surface. On the cover page, there is a hand-written inscription in black ink, reads "Your Worship Best Wishes from Brampton to Kingston". It is signed by Ken Whil___. The book was published under authority of The Corporation of the town of Brampton and the Brampton Centennial Committee in August 1973. This book is about celebrating the Centennial year of Brampton by introducing the town's history and looking into its future. The first section of the book features the general history of Brampton since its foundation, while the second section covers information of Brampton's industrial and commercial development.