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101.	Canadian poultry journal & pigeon fancier	This journal is a collection of stories regarding Canadian poultry raising. There are articles on constructing poultry housing, tips on breeding, editorials, and price guides. Other sections of this book deal with incubators, hen-keeping, as well as discussions of different types of gamecocks. A number of illustrated advertisements for farm supplies are also included.

102.	Canoeing in Kanuckia, or, Haps and mishaps afloat and ashore of the statesman, the editor, the artist, and the scribbler	A fictitious tale about a group of men who travel via canoe throughout Canada, this book contains descriptions of Quebec, the local population, and the struggles of navigating a canoe through the Canadian wilderness. One chapter deals with the unique Acadian culture in Canada and the habits of its people. Illustrations are included throughout this text.

103.	Cape Breton illustrated : historic, picturesque and descriptive	This book contains a history of the Island of Cape Breton, as well as a number of 19th century photographs. Chapters discuss the English and American puritans who settled the island, the British and French colonies, the Seven Years War, the Fortress of Louisbourg, and the Dominion of Canada. Each of these topics is discussed in great detail, as well as the relationship between the people of Cape Breton and the United States. Photographs include pictures of Baddeck, Indian River, and Ingonish.

104.	Cape Breton, Canada, at the beginning of the twentieth century : a treatise of natural resources and development	This book is an examination of the island of Cape Breton at the turn of the 20th century. Both the economic conditions of the island and the local geography are described. The coal and steel industries are discussed at length, as well as their importance to the economy of much of the North American market. The physical geography of Cape Breton is also described, as well as the different counties, a brief history of Louisbourg, and the local Micmac Indian tribes. A number of photographs from around the island are included.

105.	Cape Breton, Canada, at the beginning of the twentieth century : a treatise of natural resources and development	This book contains a history of the Island of Cape Breton in Nova Scotia. Chapters include information on the geography, geology, and local populations of many areas in Cape Breton, such as Sydney, North Sydney and Glace Bay. It also contains a brief history of Cape Breton, in which the Seige of Louisbourg is discussed, as well as the relationship between the English, French, and Micmac populations in the 18th century. The Acadian settlements in Cape Breton are also examined, as well as the growth of the coal industry. Several photographs of Cape Breton in the late 19th century are included within this book.

106.	Captain Cook : his life, voyages, and discoveries	This book is a description of the voyages of Captain James Cook, and contains some biographical information. Chapters include descriptions of his childhood, the first voyage of discovery to Tahiti, the second voyage to New Zealand, and the third voyage and Captain Cook's subsequent death. The interactions between the explorers and the native populations of the regions in which they find themselves are discussed at length, as well as some of the native tribal customs, such as cannibalism. A brief history of Polynesia is also included. A number of illustrations can be found within this text.

107.	Carthage and her remains : being an account of the excavations and researches on the site of the Phoenician metropolis in Africa, and other adjacent places ; conducted under the auspices of Her Majesty's government	This book is a description of the ancient city of Carthage, as well as its history. The involvement of Carthage in the Punic Wars is widely discussed, with information on several key battles and their effects on the city. Information on the topography of the city is also included, with chapters on the city walls, important mosques, and city strongholds. Other chapters include some information on Cartheginian religion and temples devoted to foreign Dieties, as well as its economic relationships with other important city states of the time. The excavation of several Cartheginian ruins is also discussed within this text, as are archaeological finds in several nearby areas such as Utica. Several illustrations are included within this text, most portraying ruins of the city.

108.	Castine past and present : the ancient settlement of Pentagoet and the modern town	This book is a history of the town of Castine, with some information on the town as it was during the late 19th century. Chapters describe the early explorers and French settlers, relationships with the aboriginal people, the Castin family and its history, the period of revolution, and the British occupation in 1815. The section dealing with Castine in the latter half of the 19th century discusses topics such as historical places, relics, churches, and hotels. Several maps and photographs of Castine are also included in this book.

109.	Catalogue d'ouvrages sur l'histoire de l'Am??rique : et en particulier sur celle du Canada, de la Louisiane, de l'Acadie, et autres lieux, ci-devant connus sous le nom de Nouvelle-France; avec des notes bibliographiques, critiques, et litteraire; en trois parties	This text is a catalogue of books relating to the history of North America. Most books inlcuded deal with specific history from Louisiana, Acadia, as well as various regions in Atlantic Canada. This book may be the first published bibliography in Canada.

110.	Catalogue of Syriac manuscripts in the British Museum acquired since the year 1838	These volumes contain examples of the Syriac manuscripts that have been aquired by the British Museum since 1838. The books contain parts of the Old Testament, psalms, missals, writings by collected authors, and amendments to the text. The third volume contains an index of the information.

111.	Centennial celebration of the ordination and induction of the late Rev. Alexander Dick : Presbyterian minister, Maitland, Hants County, Nova Scotia, June 21st and 23rd, 1903	This book is an account of the celebration at the Maitland Presbyterian Church on the centennial anniversary of the ordination of the Rev. Alexander Dick. Sections include writings by other ministers, photographs of several parish ministers, and a number of examples from prayer and hymn books. The celebrations discussed in this text took place in June of 1903 in Maitland (Hants County), Nova Scotia.

112.	Chamber and cage birds : their management, habits, diseases, breeding, and the methods of taking them	This book discusses the usefullness of birds as household objects. Chapters describe the songs of different types of birds, habitations, food, disease, and modes of capture. Other sections detail birds of prey, wrens, large-billed birds, and warblers. The author suggests that a caged bird is a necessity for any gentleman's parlour or garden. A number of illustrations are included throughout the book.

113.	Chronicles of Eri : being the history of the Gaal Sciot Iber, or, the Irish people	These volumes are histories of the Isle of Eri, or Ireland. They present the theory that the Scythians emigrated to Ireland and later controlled much of the area. The author presents documentation of several battles and events ranging from 1100 BC to 7 BC. Several illustrated maps of the area are also included, as well as a sparse genealogy of the population of Ireland.

114.	Cock fighting all over the world	This book is a history and description of cockfighting around the world. Chapters contain information on the natural history of the cock, the origin of game fowl, types of cocks, cross-breeds, speed and endurance in fowl, feeding and walking cocks, and setting and fighting. Caucasian, Greek, and Arabian fighting cocks are also discussed, along with the weight and size of each. Descriptions of cockfights in areas such as Canada, Australia, Rome, and Japan are all included. Many illustrations accompany the text.

115.	Cock-fighting and game fowl : from the note-books of Herbert Atkinson of Ewelme ; together with, The life and letters of John Harris, the Cornish cocker	This book contains information on cockfighting and game fowl from around the world. Chapters discuss rearing and incubating game fowl, feeding and fight training, conditioning, colour, and several different breeds. Other sections discuss publications dealing with game fowl, Indian cockfighting, imported varieties of cocks, and different geographic rules on cockfighting. There is a description of the Oxford Cocking Club. Several illustrations are included with this text.

116.	Collections of the Nova Scotia Historical Society	These volumes deal with the history of Nova Scotia with a special emphasis placed on early settlements and pioneers. Diaries, narratives, letters, and illustrations are all included. Several sections deal with the Indian tribes of Nova Scotia during the late 19th century. Some of the volumes include information on other areas of Canada, such as family genealogies in Quebec or Ontario. A number of illustrations are also included.

117.	Commercial federation and colonial trade policy	This book contains information on the colonial trade policy of England in the early 20th century. Chapters include information on its trade policy with the colonies after the Treatty of Paris, as well as a dissertation on the commercial policy itself, the commercial federation, and the importance of Canada to the British Empire. Several financial charts are included.

118.	Consumption : its cause, prevention and cure	This book puts forward the scientific teachings respecting tuberculosis from the early 20th century. It was written in response to the tuberculosis outbreaks throughout Nova Scotia during this period. Chapters include the nature and cause of the disease, how it is contracted, indirect causes, and precautions required in order to prevent tuberculosis. This book also includes a Gaelic and MicMac translation. Several local advertisements from in and around Cape Breton are also included with this text.

119.	Contributions toward the improvement of agriculture in Nova-Scotia : with practical hints on the management and improvement of live stock	This book is an account of the state of agriculture in Nova Scotia. It contains information on the climate, soils, and crops that can be grown. Chapters deal with the different types of crops, such as wheat and greens, as well as some sections on different types of livestock, such as cows, poultry, and swine. Detailed instructions on animal husbandry and crop rotation are also included.

120.	Costume of the ancients	This book examines the modes of dress in ancient Rome and Greece. Everything from warriors garb, the dresses of the nobility, and peasants clothing are included. Many illustrations are included, as well as text describing the types of costumes.

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