1919 Manitoba Farmers' Library Bulletin No. 40 – Home Dressmaking – Margaret Smith

A rare survivor from the First World War era: the July 1919 "Home Dressmaking" bulletin from the Manitoba Farmers' Library, published by the Manitoba Department of Agriculture and Immigration in Winnipeg. Written by Miss Margaret Smith of the Agricultural Extension Service, this Extension Bulletin No. 40 is packed with illustrated instruction on adjusting patterns, sleeves, skirts, hems, pressing, and cutting material. Over a century old and full of period sewing wisdom — a lovely piece for Canadiana, prairie history, or vintage needlework collectors.

Details
Publisher: Manitoba Department of Agriculture and Immigration, Winnipeg, Canada
Series: Manitoba Farmers' Library — Extension Bulletin No. 40
Title: Home Dressmaking
Author: Miss Margaret Smith, Agricultural Extension Service, Manitoba Department of Agriculture
Date: July 1919
Published by authority of: Hon. Valentine Winkler, Minister of Agriculture and Immigration
Contents: Adjusting patterns, sleeves, skirts, hems, pressing, cutting out material — with diagrams
Quantity: 1 booklet
Completeness: Sold as shown; interior pages readable

Condition
Fair vintage condition for a 107-year-old paper bulletin. Cover shows creasing, edge wear, and small tears/chips at the edges, with age toning throughout. Interior pages remain readable with clear diagrams. Sold as pictured — please review all photos closely.

Pickup and Shipping Information
Local Saskatoon pickup by arrangement; cash accepted. Shipping across Canada and the United States at buyer's expense. $1 shipping deposit at checkout, applied to the final Canada Post quote after packing. Interac e-Transfer for shipped orders. US buyers responsible for duties, tariffs, and import taxes.

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