Download or read book Gems of the Centennial Exhibition Classic Reprint written by and published by Forgotten Books. This book was released on 2017-11-20 with total page 182 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Excerpt from Gems of the Centennial Exhibition The history' of the Philadelphia Exposition evinced an admirable persistence in pushing it through, from its inception to its completion. Local enthusiasm, for a long time, was the sole motive power that drove its machinery. The assistance of the national Government and the sister States was given after a long period of distrust and neglect. This aid, if tardy, was in the end generous and hearty; and the enterprise advanced swiftly toward its consummation. The first recorded suggestion was that of Prof. John L. Campbell, of Wabash College, Crawfordsville, Indiana, who, in a letter to the Hon. Morton mcmichael, then Mayor of Philadelphia, urged that the one-hundredth anniversary of the nation should be celebrated by an exhibition of the industries of all nations. This was submitted to leading citizens of Philadelphia, who decided that any action was, as yet, premature. In 1869 Prof. Campbell again wrote a letter, urging the matter with great earnestness, and the idea began to develop itself in a practical shape. Early in the following year the Franklin Institute, of Philadelphia, an institution devoted to the promotion of science and mechanics, took the initial steps by petitioning the municipal councils of the city to memorialize Congress on the subject - asking aid in establishing an international exhibition as the most suitable method of celebrating the centennial. Almost simultaneously with this the State Legislature passed a series of resolutions similar to those of the councils. In February, 1870, the Hon. William D. Kelley was the mouth-piece through which a joint memorial was presented to Congress, asking that an invitation, clothed with official power, should be issued to the nations of the world asking for their participation in the proposed exhibition. For a year the bill proposed by Mr. Daniel J. Mon'ill, the chairman of the House Committee on Manufactures, was strongly opposed for technical reasons, but finally passed in March, 1871, and received the signature of the President. It was successful, however, at the expense of the appropriation, which had been such a vital part. In virtue of its provisions, foreign nations were officially notified, and the Centennial Commission received existence by the appointment, on the part of the President, of two delegates from each State and Territory on the nomination of the Governors respectively. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
Download or read book Gems of the Centennial Exhibition written by George Titus Ferris and published by . This book was released on 1877 with total page 184 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
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Download or read book Gems of the Centennial Exhibition Consisting of Illustrated Descriptions of Objects of an Artistic Character in the Exhibits of the United States G written by George Titus Ferris and published by . This book was released on 2017-08-19 with total page 178 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
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Download or read book Gems of the Centennial Exhibition written by George Titus Ferris and published by Nabu Press. This book was released on 2014-02-27 with total page 178 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide. We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book.
Download or read book The Centennial written by United States Centennial Commission and published by Forgotten Books. This book was released on 2016-12-27 with total page 36 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Excerpt from The Centennial: The International Exhibition of 1876 Section 13 of the act approved June 4, 187 2, provides That it shall be the duty of the United States Gentennial Commission to make report, from time to time, to the President of the United States, Of the progress Of the work entrusted to it. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
Download or read book The Great Centennial Exhibition Critically written by Phillip T. Sandhurst and published by Forgotten Books. This book was released on 2017-07-19 with total page 548 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Excerpt from The Great Centennial Exhibition Critically: Critically Described and Illustrated His Introduction to the Great Exhibition of 1876 may be brief. All that is requisite for our purpose will be best set forth in the pages which follow; the general public has been so fully informed upon the several topics connected with the event, that to go into details here would be to occupy space which may be better expended. The fame of the Exhibition has gone forth to the utmost bounds of the civilized world. The extent of its aim, as an Exhibition of the natural productions, the arts, sciences, manufactures, and fine arts of all nations the ingenuity of its plan, the vastness of its departments, its exactness in particular, its beauty as a whole, its success in all the objects for which it was undertaken, the feelings of amity and benevolence it called forth, the enlargement of mind it gave rise to, the practical benefits necessarily springing out of the scientific contemplation of its contents, the unceasing source of delight it afforded to the thousands upon thousands who flocked, day after day, to behold its treasures, the brilliancy of its opening, the harmony of its close, the thankfulness and gratitude inspired in every reflective mind, during months of peaceful and rational enjoyment, undis turbed by any painful accident or jarring feelings, - all these are chronicled in such variety of form and language as to defy the power of oblivion; and we may safely pronounce that the Centennial Exhibition will exist in the annals of history long after the vaunted pyramids of Egypt, of which the builders and the object are already alike unknown, shall have crumbled into dust. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
Download or read book The Photographic Souvenir of the Centennial Exhibition written by Centennial Photographic Co and published by . This book was released on 1877 with total page 4 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Catalogue of the Centennial Photographic Co S Views of the International Exhibition 1876 Classic Reprint written by Centennial Photographic Company and published by Forgotten Books. This book was released on 2018-09-11 with total page 38 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Excerpt from Catalogue of the Centennial Photographic Co. 'S Views of the International Exhibition, 1876 Blanks in the columns indicate that those sizes are not made. The smallest three sizes mailed free on receipt of price. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
Download or read book Visitors Guide to the Centennial Exhibition and Philadelphia written by and published by Forgotten Books. This book was released on 2017-10-23 with total page 52 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Excerpt from Visitors' Guide to the Centennial Exhibition and Philadelphia: May 10th to November 10th, 1876, Authorized by the Centennial Board of Finance, and Approved by the Director-General, the Only Guide-Book Sold on the Exhibition Grounds The visitor to the Centennial Exhibition and Philadelphia should acquaint himself with the characteristics and extent of the Exhibition and city, and should determine the general features of his programme before leaving home. The most agreeable and convenient route for reaching Philadelphia should be selected, and the information of interest to travelers under stood. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
Download or read book The Masterpieces of the Centennial International Exhibition Vol 3 written by Joseph M. Wilson and published by Forgotten Books. This book was released on 2018-02-02 with total page 568 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Excerpt from The Masterpieces of the Centennial International Exhibition, Vol. 3: Illustrated; History, Mechanics, Science Organization of Bureaus, cx; System of awards adopted, cxi; A final and successful effort to obtain aid from Congress, cxi. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
Download or read book International Exhibition Philadelphia 1876 written by Starr & Marcus (Firm) and published by . This book was released on 1876 with total page 36 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Centennial Exhibition and the Pan Handle P C And St L Ry And Pennsylvania Route Classic Reprint written by and published by Forgotten Books. This book was released on 2016-12-30 with total page 58 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Excerpt from The Centennial Exhibition and the Pan-Handle (P. C. And St. L. Ry.) And Pennsylvania Route Opened to the public on the loth day of May, 1876, and closed on the loth day of November following. Articles in the Exhibition, except in such collective exhibits as may receive special sanction, are classified in seven departments, as follows I. Mining. II. Manufactures. III. Education and Science. IV. Art. V. Ma chinery. VI. Agriculture. VII. Horticulture. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
Download or read book Centennial Portfolio written by Thompson Westcott and published by Forgotten Books. This book was released on 2016-09-20 with total page 220 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Excerpt from Centennial Portfolio: A Souvenir of the International Exhibition at Philadelphia, Comprising Lithographic Views of Fifty of Its Principal Buildings, With Letter-Press Description Leaving one and a half million of dollars to be raised by admission fees for payment of current expenses of the display. Of the stock subscriptions, were subscribed by citizens of Philadelphia and Pennsylvania, and by corporations created by the State represents the subscriptions of citizens and corporations of all other States and Territories of the Union. The balance of was subscribed by the States of New Jers'ey, New Hampshire, Connecticut, Delaware, and by the city of Wilmington. Some of the States have made special appropriations to their commissioners and for the erection of State buildings for the accommodation and reception of their citizens. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
Download or read book The Masterpieces of the Centennial International Exhibition Illustrated Vol 2 written by Walter Smith and published by Forgotten Books. This book was released on 2016-09-23 with total page 536 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Excerpt from The Masterpieces of the Centennial International Exhibition, Illustrated, Vol. 2: Industrial Art Turning now from this admirable production of Mr. Crane's, we give an illustration of a totally different branch of industry, in a specimen of work from the establishment of one of our own manufacturers. The comanche cup is exhibited by messrs. Tiffany Co., of new york. The main figure represents a Comanche hunter armed with a rifle, clinging dexterously to a galloping mustang in such a way as to shield his body and retain the use of his arms for defence or attack. The bas-relief on the pedestal is a fine specimen of repouss chasing. Including the base, it is wrought wholly of sterling silver. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
Download or read book Masterpieces of the Centennial Exhibition 1876 Volume 2 Industrial Art Illustrated Special Edition written by Walter Smith and published by . This book was released on 2020-09-12 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The second volume in a three-volume set of highly sought-after books that covers the industrial art, tapestries, and furniture on display at the 1876 Centennial Exhibition in Philadelphia.Originally published in 1876 by Professor Walter Smith, the second volume in the "Masterpieces of the Centennial Exhibition" series takes a dynamic look at late 19th-century artistry, craftsmanship, and industrial design featured at the World's Fair in Philadelphia, otherwise known as "art applied to indusry." This profusely illustrated tome of jewelry, furniture, textiles, sculpture, chandeliers, pottery, and metalworking is highly detailed and filled with contemporary critique and analysis from the Exhibition. Those interested in the development of modern industrial design will find this period look at the evolution of American art and craftsmanship, applied to both industrial and commercial designs, thoroughly fascinating.An art historian digitally scanned and re-mastered each 19th-century image from a priceless pristine copy of the original print. Masterpieces of the Centennial Exhibition 1876 Volume 2: Industrial Art Illustrated Special Edition is presented in the original type font with the author's intended layout. A new, retro-inspired cover design was created exclusively for this handsome reprinting.Historians and art enthusiasts alike will find themselves immersed in contemporary writing, period imagery, and a thorough examination of the pieces on display. One can almost imagine that they're there, soaking in the sights and sounds of the most fabulous party on Earth in 1876.
