Turn of the Century Scrapbook Gates Signed 1999

📖 Turn of the Century Scrapbook of Jonathan Streeter Gates by William Preston Gates (1999, Gates Publishing Co.) — a signed first edition compilation gathering over 1,350 historic newspaper articles and photographs collected by Lake George resident Jonathan Streeter Gates between 1899 and 1917. This copy is inscribed and signed by William Preston Gates on the half-title page dated 1999.

QUICK FACTS

• Author: William Preston Gates
• Publisher: Gates Publishing Co., Queensbury, NY
• Year: 1999 (First Edition, Second Printing)
• Format: Hardcover in dust jacket
• Pages: 275 | ISBN: 0-9672397-1-0
• Condition: Book Near Fine/Fine // Jacket Very Good+ — full report below

THE STORY

The volume documents the social fabric, maritime operations, obituaries, and civic life of Bolton Landing and the greater Lake George basin during the turn of the century. Compiled and annotated by Gates’ great-grandson, steamboat pilot and educator William Preston Gates, the scrapbook serves as a primary source for regional historians and genealogical researchers focused on Adirondack and upstate New York heritage.

THIS EDITION

Published by Gates Publishing Co. in 1999, this hardcover edition carries ISBN 0-9672397-1-0 and a rear barcode price of $33.00. The copy is signed and warmly inscribed by William Preston Gates in the year of publication, with cover design by Len Frazier of the Chronicle and front cover photo of J.S.G. by Fred Thatcher, 1880s.

COVER ART / ILLUSTRATIONS / DESIGN

The front cover features a sepia-toned portrait of Jonathan Streeter Gates with a mustard-yellow background and dark brown geometric accents. The title is rendered in decorative script with the subtitle listing Bolton, NY Aug. 2, 1847–Dec. 11, 1921. The deep burgundy cloth boards show vibrant gilt lettering on spine and front board. Interior pages reproduce black-and-white newspaper clippings and photographs from the 1899–1917 period, including portraits, local headlines and archival images. The half-title page bears the author’s inscription “To Junie — A lot of ‘Bader’ information love! Your lifelong friend — Wm. P. (S.11) Gates” and the copyright page confirms Library of Congress No. 99-073215.

WHY IT MATTERS

• Primary source for Adirondack local history, steamboat history and New York genealogical research.
• Signed by the compiler, providing provenance directly from William Preston Gates.
• Contains over 1,350 reproduced articles from The Chronicle Newspaper, 1898-1999 publication run.

FREQUENTLY ASKED

What edition is this? First Edition, Second Printing 1999, hardcover with dust jacket, signed and inscribed by the author.

What condition is it in? Book Near Fine/Fine, jacket Very Good+ with minor rubbing to extremities and light handling along edges — full report below.

Is it signed? Yes, signed and inscribed by William Preston Gates on the half-title page, dated 1999.

FOR COLLECTORS

This signed copy offers direct connection to the compiler and is an essential reference for Lake George, Bolton Landing and Adirondack collectors. The combination of archival newspaper reproductions and the author’s personal inscription makes it a trophy item for regional history collections.

#### **Condition Report**
* **Overall Grade:** Book: Near Fine (NF)/Fine (F) // Jacket: Very Good+ (VG+)
* **Cover & Spine:** Deep burgundy cloth boards with vibrant, pristine gilt lettering along the spine and front board; sharp corners with no bumping or board wear.
* **Dust Jacket:** Glossy jacket is clean, crisp, and vibrant with minor rubbing to extremities and light handling along edges; no tears, chips, or price-clipping. Upper edge of front slightly sunned.
* **Text Block & Pages:** Text block and leaves are clean, bright, and off-white/cream; crisp edges free of foxing or toning. Interior leaves are clean throughout, unmarked save for the author’s inscription.
* **Binding:** Exceptionally square, tight, and firm; hinges sound and uncompromised.

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