We are traveling this week to the Capital Rare Book Fair in Washington DC. We wee be open again on May 8

Blueprint Line-drawing for Steamer Norma Columbia River c1890 58×26.5 inches

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Author: [John O’Brien]

Condition: Very Good

The print has age-toned on the reverse side with some spotting that does not appear on the ‘blue-side’. Edges with light storage wear. There are three closed tears on the 26-inch ends that have been stabilized with clear tape. The name of the Steamer is written in contemporary cursive on the reverse on one end.. The Columbia River Steamer Norma was a prominent vessel that operated on the Columbia River in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Here’s a brief overview: The Norma was a sternwheeler steamboat built in 1891 by John O’Brien in Portland, Oregon. It was initially launched to serve the busy trade routes along the Columbia River, primarily transporting passengers, freight, and mail between various ports along the river. Key features of the Norma included its sternwheel propulsion, which was common among river steamers of that era, allowing it to navigate the often shallow and swift waters of the Columbia River with relative ease. The steamer played a crucial role in the economic and social life of the region, connecting communities, facilitating commerce, and contributing to the development of settlements along the Columbia River basin.