9104c. Boning, Richard A., JOSHUA JAMES. Baldwin, NY. 1972.
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9104c. Boning, Richard A., JOSHUA JAMES. Baldwin, NY. 1972.
9104c. Boning, Richard A., JOSHUA JAMES. Baldwin, NY. 1972. 47p. DJ. This most desirable title provides an account for young people of the life of famed life-saver Joshua James of Hull, Massachusetts. Beginning with his Yankee upbringing in the 1830’’, the tale follows his career in the Humane Society and Life-Saving Service until his death in the 1890’s. In April of 1837, following the loss of the schooner Hepzibah with his mother and baby sister on board, Joshua vowed to avenge their deaths and to save as many others from a similar fate as he could. By his death, he had kept his promise – While he was in charge of the Life-Saving station at Point Allerton, Joshua James and his crew saved more than 500 lives. During his entire career, he saved more than 600 persons. When interviewed, he noted “We saved all who were alive when we set out for them”. Wonderfully with over 22 illustrations. This is a most desirable title, difficult to find. Clean, ex. Library with markings and pocket remains. (VG). $24.
9104d. Boning, Richard A., JOSHUA JAMES. Baldwin, NY. 1972. 47p. This most desirable title provides an account for young people of the life of famed life-saver Joshua James of Hull, Massachusetts. Beginning with his Yankee upbringing in the 1830’’, the tale follows his career in the Humane Society and Life-Saving Service until his death in the 1890’s. In April of 1837, following the loss of the schooner Hepzibah with his mother and baby sister on board, Joshua vowed to avenge their deaths and to save as many others from a similar fate as he could. By his death, he had kept his promise – While he was in charge of the Life-Saving station at Point Allerton, Joshua James and his crew saved more than 500 lives. During his entire career, he saved more than 600 persons. When interviewed, he noted “We saved all who were alive when we set out for them”. Wonderful with over 22 illustrations. This is a most desirable title, difficult to find. Contents clean, some spotting to wraps, ex. Library with markings and pocket remains. (VG). $24.