DE WINTON AND DISTRICT HISTORICAL SOCIETY — Sodbusting to Subdivision [Alberta Local History]

De Winton, Alberta: De Winton & District Historical Committee, 1978. First Edition. Hardcover. ISBN: 0919213863. A collection of histories of the early pioneers of De Winton, Alberta and nine surrounding school districts just south of Calgary. "We hope their descendants will treasure the spirit of adventure, and the courage that they displayed and the hardships that they endured, in order that we should have a better future for ourselves and the generations that will follow." - dedication page. 587 p. Index, glossary, maps and hundreds of black and white reproductions of wonderful archival photos. Gift greetings upon front free endpaper, otherwise tight and unmarked with moderate wear. A quality example of this excellent local history and invaluable genealogical reference. 28 x 22 cm. Strathern 2966, Krotki (2nd Edn) 258.; 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall; De Winton Alberta - History, De Winton Alberta - Pioneers, De Winton Alberta - Genealogy, De Winton Alberta - Families, Alexandra School District, Allan School District, Davisburg School District, Melrose School District, Pidnapore School District, Panima. Good with No dust jacket as issued .