Ticket : Paper : Printed, Handwritten, Stamped : Ink : Beige, Black, Green, Blue ; Ht: 3 3/4 in. x W: 5 3/4 in.
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Date
October 19, 1929
Physical Condition
Good
Language
English
Notes
1 page, double-sided. Document is a third-class berthing card for Rywka Branska for the steamship Letitia, sailing October 19, 1929. On verso, there is a circle in blue ink with some illegible writing within it (possibly a signature). Narrative: Card was used by the donor, Rywka Branska (Rebecca Briansky), during her immigration to Canada. Born in Grajewo, Poland, she travelled to Quebec City with her mother and two sisters (Bella and Rita) in 1929. Her father had immigrated 1.5 years prior. Upon arrival in Quebec City, they joined Mr. Branska in Ansonville, Ontario.