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Item · 1916
Part of George Mosher Collection
Original technical drawing of a Train Stopping Device, invented by Winthrop Bishop. Shows details of Figures 4, 7, 8 and 9. Drawn in 1916 by George Mosher, Attorney, and signed by witnesses and stamped on back by the US Patent Office. 2019.1.27
Fonds · 1916 - 1985
The fonds consists of documents and photographs that demonstrate the activities of the Maritime Home for Girls from its opening through to its re-designation. Materials included are newspaper clippings, minutes, annual reports, ephemera, and photographs. Photographs demonstrate activities that took place on the property, including classes, farming, skating, flower shows, and weddings. 90.9.1 - 157
Wrench Designs (2 types)
Item · 1916
Part of George Mosher Collection
2 original (nearly identical) technical drawings of wrench designs, invented by Frederick James Dowle. Shows top and side details of Figures 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5. "Certified to be the drawing referred to in the specification here unto annexed". Drawn by George Mosher, 1916. Notes written in pencil on one drawing. 2019.1.32 and 2019.1.33
Item · 1916
Part of George Mosher Collection
Original technical drawing of a Train Stopping Device, invented by Winthrop Bishop. Shows details of Figures 5, 16 & 17. Drawn in 1916 by George Mosher, Attorney, and stamped on back by the US Patent Office, Nov. 1, 1916. 2019.1.28
Item · 1912
Diploma from Empire Business College in Truro, Nova Scotia. Presented in 1912 to Hentrietta R. Wall who completed the Regular Course of Study and Practice in the Commercial Department. 87.5
Item · 1911
Original 1911 reproduction of a Truro Street Map, including Business Directory and corresponding map locations in red print. Includes Truro population and town statistics.Printed by C. F. McAlpine, Halifax, NS. 1911. 88.9.d