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vi, 242 pp. Many black and white reproductions of archival photos. Map. "Thornhill is a warm-hearted, closely-knit community with a deep affection for its own and a sincere and friendly welcome for the newcomer. Our wealth lies in the land, in the acres of rich, productive soil of the farms surrounding the village; the land that attracted the early settlers in the 1870's and 1880's. This book is a tribute to those pioneers, particularly those first hardy souls, who braved the frontiers of a new land and were settled here, with their families, before even the 'ribbon of steel' had been laid across the prairies. It is hoped that the pictures and stories will remind us that we too, have a history of which we can be proud!" - Introduction. Includes 150 pages of family histories. Average wear to publisher's green cloth lettered in black. Binding tight. Gift greetings atop front free endpaper otherwise unmarked. A sound copy of this informative local history and important genealogical reference. Book