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This is a photograph, taken by Armstrong, Beere & Hime, of mid-nineteenth century Toronto (precisely in 1856). The photograph represents King Street East, a location close to that where James Foster's company was once based.

This Parallel Line Rule is a heavy-weighted object, suitable for life on flat surfaces. All of its part are made of brass, which is a sturdy and relatively inexpensive material. The rule is slightly tarnished but has no discernible damage. This…

This is a surveying level produced by James Foster, an instrument maker based in Toronto, Canada. The apparatus also includes a wooden tripod, upon which the level was placed when taking measurements. This artifact was in the possession of John…

Transit set up over a found set of pits on westerly boundary of airport reserve, looking westerly along the resurveyed line. This post became the number 1 corner of Lot 420, Group 804 which adjoins the reserve. Location – Lot 420, Group 804 -…

Survey of right of way, Dawson Rd. Location – Dawson City, Yukon.

Survey of right of way, Dawson Rd. Location – Dawson City, Yukon

Survey of right of way, Dawson Rd. Location – Dawson City, YT