A Souvenir of the Golden West.
Perth: New Settlers' League, 1926. Pamphlet. 'This Brochure is dedicated by The New Settlers' League of Western Australia to the Members of The Empire Parliamentary Delegation on the Memorable Occasion of their first visit to the State of Western Australia during November, 1926." A 48pp brochure to help new immigrants gain employment, land opportunity etc. Passage rates from England to Western Australia were 22 pounds for those aged 16 to 50; 16 pound 10 shillings for persons aged 12 to 16, and free for under 12 years.
8x5 1/4", red card covers with gilt title and deco, staple bound, 48pp, edges rubbed, initial pages dusty and one red mark, internally very clean, b&w photo ills, slt crease on back cover. Trove 4979630, NLA, SLWA; OCLC 219876769. Contains 'Ex Libris' bookplate of Dr. Ian Keith McGill. Very good condition. Item #22717
Price: $200.00