Ferry elisha p (7 risultati)

Pamphlet. Condizione: Very Good. Vol 17, No 1, pp. 27-35, Extracted from orig volume, thus begins with title page, trimmed & stapled pamphlet, else VG.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book presents the inaugural message of Elisha P. Ferry, the first Governor of the State of Washington. Delivered on November 18, 1889, the message encapsulates the historical moment of Washington's admission to the Union and sets the tone for the state's future. Ferry begins by commemorating the long journey to statehood and the sacrifices made by Washington's pioneers. He then emphasizes the vast potential and bright future that lies ahead for the new state, highlighting its abundant resources, favorable climate, and strategic location. The message goes on to lay out the author's vision for Washington's development, stressing the importance of sound legislation, education, and infrastructure. Ferry also addresses issues of social justice, calling for the protection of workers and the establishment of institutions to support the vulnerable. His words reflect a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing the young state and a firm belief in its ability to overcome obstacles and achieve greatness. Through this inaugural message, the author provides a glimpse into the hopes, aspirations, and guiding principles that shaped Washington's early years as a state. It offers valuable insights into the historical, economic, and social context of the time, and serves as a testament to the enduring legacy of those who laid the foundation for the state's success. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…

First edition. Washington territorial imprint, an address by the governor Elisha P. Ferry who would later serve as the inaugural governor of the state in 1889. Worldcat shows just one holding for this pamphlet. 8vo, [3], 20pp. Disbound, lacking original wrappers, otherwise complete.

Printed wrappers. Condizione: Very Good. First Edition. 8vo. Pp. 15. Bound in stapled printed wraps. Ex libris, with discard stamp and call number in pen on front cover; general age-toning. Two-hole punched; vertical crease from being folded, now mellowed. Bound in is a slip "With Compliments of Elisha Ferry." Ferry was first appointed Governor of Washington Territory in 1872, by President Grant. Ferry served until 1880. After a break from politics, in 1889 he was elected first Governor of the Washington State. Printed by Bagley and Harned. Now housed in clear, removable archival protector with acid-free backing.…

First edition. Washington territorial imprint, an address from Ferry, the tenth governor of the territory, and later the inaugural governor when Washington became a state in 1889. Includes sections on finances, fisheries, coal and lumber, the territorial library which was in a "very unsatisfactory condition," population, emigration, and the Northern Pacific Railroad which had faced several delays since announcing Tacoma as the planned site of its western terminus in 1873. Worldcat locates 3 holdings for this 1877 address. 8vo, 22.5 x 15cm, [3], 20pp. Original gray, printed wrappers. Very good with some wrinkling and wear along top edge and smudging and a few pencil marks to front cover. Clean internally.…