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Les details de cet exemplaire qui sont peut-;ara River Line Niagara Navigation Go's Steamers C-HRORA ( '.HIl'lM-AVA ( ".ORONA Are Conceded to be the Finest Line of Dav Steamers on the Cjreat Inland Lakes. lb til ili Most Direct Route between JORON r(^ Niagara-on-the-Lake, Queenston, l e w i s t o n connecting at abov^e mentioned pomts with the Rail lines for Niagara Falls, Suspension Bridge, Buffalo, Rochester, l*'rie, Cleveland, Pittsburg, Saratoga, Cincinnati, St. Louis, New York, Boston. All points South, Kast and West. This Linr forms the natural way to Toronto, connecting with the R. & (). Steamers for the Thousand Islands, Montreal, and all points in Lower Canada. All Rail Lines sell through tickets via the Niairara River and Lake Ontario through to Toronto. Baggage checked to destination. ( ) H \" n\, • I \ I H i 1 M > sAi.i K, 1 ()i iinro, Canada. ^- U L niagar" RIVER LINE Steamers Chicora Chippewa Corona TO AND FROM TORONTO, VIA THE LOWR NIAGARA RIVER AND LAKE ONTARIO. ^%>'y^a^ City Hall, Toronto ORONTO, the First City in Canada, in a com- ,, , ^, mercial wav, with a population of two hundred 10 '0«.^i)^ and seventy-five thousand ; two hundred and l^j^l'^i^s^i seventv miles oi" streets, paving mostly asphalt and hrick ; two hundred and fourteen churches of all denominations. Annual revenue from waterworks, $550,000.00, water always fresh, cold and good. Water pumped every twenty- four hours during 1902, nearly 25,000,000 gallons. Fstima'pH value of property owned bv City <;q,ooo,ooo. Total assessment of property in the City, $150,995,595. Area of land within the City limits, not including land covered by water, nineteen miles. I i •^(1 TORON I'O PROM A Tally-Ho, Hack, Automobile OR Street Car %^ fg^^^ VERY interesting way in which to see Tcr- ^3^»*l onto, is from the top of a " Tally Ho.' This "■^■•y is a London idea, to see the sights from a bus. *'^'fsz.^:/r^ V The Toronto way is very much of an improve- n.ent for comfort, rubber-tired tally-ho-coaches, automobiles, hacks, or any kind of ci .iveyance along asphalted streets, make a very pleasant way of getting about. There are three Transfer Companies, who meet ii/l Steamers of the Line, and furnish any kind of vehicle desired. A message to our Agent at Toronto, will secure a seat on the Tally Ho, or engage a carriage. Three blocks up from the steambo„i dock, is the corner of King and Yonge Streets, the center of the street car traffic. About 5,000 cars per day pass this po ;. Fare, five cents, six tickets are sold for zjc, and include i mined in tc transfer from one tine to any other. fife' Co*chiii( Party In Qu««n'i P*tfc 3 The most available routes far tourists to get in a short time an idta of the City are the following : starting from the corner of King and Yonge Streets. The time given is the time, without siop-ofFs, so that tourists can trrange their visits to the points of interest accordingly. Belt Line makes a circle of nve and one-half miles. King Street East i St. James' Cathedral), along Sherbourre Street ("The Allan Gardens"), along Bloor Street (\'ictoria College, McMaster College), along Spadina Avenue, (Knox College, the center of Presbyterian Educational work ), along King Street West (Government H'-ise). 40 viinutez roiinii 'rip. Yonge Street Cars can be taken at the corner of Yonge and Front Streets. Passengers can transfer to any part of the City from this line. Yonge Street Kor- (Normal School) to College West (Queen's ParV Parl'iment Buildings), transfer at Spadina Avenue to Belt Line, as above. Back ./j minutes. King Street West (Exhibition Buildings and Park), Parkdale (The Flowery Suburb) to Humber Bay, return by Queen Street East ( Trinity ^- ' ■ , University ) a scholastic group A ? ^ of buildings, the centre of ■ 1; the Episcopalian Church of * i England. Chapel with high- ly carved oak roof and stalls, very beautiful grounds and convocation hall, with portrait of founders. Entrance free. Osgoode Hall. 60 minutes. The above routes bring the passenger back to the corner of King and Yonge Streets. The streets all run North from the Lake, or East and West at right angles, so vis- itors can easily fmd their way. St. James' Cathedral, Toronto Toronto Unlvcnity An klt-al l^lacc to Spend the Summer Although Toronto presents, by reason of its many P"blic and eriucational buildings, perhaps more of interest tha. . st ot the tourist cities of the cc .;ent for a short visit, u is, from its lakeside position and beautiful surroundings, most essentially a place for a prolonged summer stav. Its climate is peculiarly equable. The days bright and full of sunshine, and the evenings cool and enjoyable, so that travellers from more southern climes find it a happy resort with invigorating climate, and affording many opportunities of amusement. The Statistics of the Imperial Observatory maintained at Toronto since 1845, amply prove the character of its temperature. lliKlu Kiiwest Mean Toronto Average temperature during 51 years, .... June, 74.. 57 54.27 62.05 " .... July, 73.50 54.80 67.07 « .... August, 75.02 57- ■' 66.25 THE TORONTO ISLAND On the opposite side of the harbor of "Toronto Bay" is "Hiawatha Island," whose sand beaches, live n iies in length, are washed by the waters of the broad lake. Com- munication between the City and the Island is maintained by 5 • 'i . !, St: 4^:al Scenes at the Island the frequent services of the Toronto Ferry Company, a pleasant trip -f fifteen minutes. Towards the eas-ern end are the beautiful summer mansions of many of Toronto's wealthiest citizens, and the broad-verandahed building of the " Royal Canadian Yacht Club," whose yachts may be seen careering at full sail, or moored opposite the club house ; and among them the "Invader," the winner of the International Yacht Trophy. CENTRE ISLAND PARK With shady groves and picturesque lagoons for sate boating occupi< s the middle space, and to the west is the lofty " Hanlan's Summer Hotel," whose Carousal, bicycle tracks and baseball grounds give an endless round of attractions. The "Mall," brilliantly lighted with electric lights, where free concerts are giv- en every evening by the Military bands, is the favorite summer lounge of all Toronto. Humber River Empire State Express, Fastest Train in the World Where and How to reach the Niagara River Line Steamers THE NEW YORK CENTRAL & HUDSON RIVER R. R. from Union Station, Buffalo, to Lewiston, is 29 miles ot tmeqiialled scenen' along the American side of the Niagara River skirting the bank from Lake Erie to the foot of the rapids at Lewiston, passing Niagara Falls, //w scenic centre of the vorld, where all first- class tickets allow of a stop ovt on deposit. Passengers desiring tli privilege may use the observation cars between Niagara Falls and Lewiston. These cars arc cqiiifi- ped ivith terraced seats, and the sides of the cars are cut away so as to allow of an unobstructed view of the magnificent sceneryin thedistrict, passing m full view of Brock's monument, ^ueenston Heights, Lower Rapids and many other interesting sights. Approaching Ltwii^tan on The New York Central 8 The trains run almost alongside of the Steamer docic, passengers* baggage checked through to destination. This route is the natural connection to all points in Canada. MICHIGAN CENTRAL .^. R. Through the Garden of Canada to Niagara-on-the-Lake. From the Union Depot in Buffalo, the Michigan Central R. R. passes through Black Rock and over th^ celebrated "International Bridge" to the Canadian side. Falls View Station, where all trains stop five minutes to allow passengers to enjoy this sublime sight, said to be the ideal spot from "which to viciv the Falls. Victoria Park is owned by the Canadian Government, and is directly below Falls View Station, one of the most delightful spots on earth. Golf Link.. Niag«a*n-lh«-Lak. where all points are good ones to view Niagara. Niagara Falls, Canada, is the point where the Michigan Central R. R. starts West to points in Canada, Detroit, L«wn Tennis Grounds, Chicago, CtC. Niagara-on-the-Lake Gradually down the side of the mountain the train descends, and from the car windows may be seen what ii justly stvled " The Fruit Garden of America.' A short run further down the river side, brings us beneath the Monuiiieut of (leneral Brock, whose war history is so well Ininvn, passing bv the Camp Fort Mississauga Ground at Niagara-on-the-Lake, of the Cr-iadian Militia. Here the annual camp is held. Now we have reached the landing of the Niagara River Line of Steamers, and board the Steamer for Toronto, which we reach in about tv/o hours. M.C.R.R. Station ffom Stumer The Michigan Central R. R. and the Niagara River Dne Steamers, form positively the quickest route between Buffalo and Toronto. NIAGARA FALLS PARK AND RIVER RAILWAY CANADIAN SCENIC ROUTE Along the Canadian side to Queenston. This electric railway is located along the brink of the cliff on the Canadian side of " The Gorge of the Niagara," following every curve of the river from Chippewa, two miles above the Falls, to Queenston, seven miles below the Falls, where connection is made with the Steamers. It is largely an excursion line, and passengers from railways running to Niagara Falls can profitably visit the points of intere' . opened out by it. Queenston Dock At the Falls the cars are alongside the Cataract, within the cloud of every drifting spray. Suspension Bridge, Canada, is within one minute's walk of the Grand Trunk and Erie Railway stations. From here commences the "Whirlpool Rapids," and one-half mile far- ther dovvr the tracks make the great c.rcle around the edges of the cliffs enclosing the weird FalU from Trolley Car ^^j terrible Whirlpool. The river finds a new outlet for its waters, and alongside them the railway speeds downward to the lake. The rapids are in constant vii'7t\ and platforms are trected at intervals at whic I tourists can get off, and come on by subsequent cars. lo BROCKS MONUMENT PARK Is on the edge of the Niagara clifF, and far dow i below lie spread out, the fertile peach orchards -n ' grovs, the winding river, on which will be seen the St ners passing up and down, and, beyond all, the deep blue waters of Lake Ontario. Steamer Landing, Quccnston From here the carr. wind down the cliff with many a curve, passing the memorial placed to .nark the spot w/ien- General Brock fed, and at Oueenston joming the river level, run out upon the docks alongside the Niagara River Line Steamers. Heavy baggage is not carried or. the passenger cars, but special baggage cars are run to meet the boats. From its elevated position, sicining along the edge of the lofty cliffs, this Canadian route gives distant vestas and vary- ing views of the marvellous curvings of the majestic river, which are obtaina'-'- from no other points of vantage. THE " GKEAT GOKGE ROUTE One of' I lie ■ :.//.i sinif^lv TO LEWISTON This Line is a marvel of skill and ingenuity in .le>;tric railway building. Double - tracked its entire length, and ,.rovided with every safety appliance known to modern railroad building, // is abso- lutely safe. //!,■ /-'iiH.^, siis I'i'h 'I ,^(irt '.riJiTS ami Ihiiii/us ol l/ii .\ uii^iiril. tl V i" ? Con i.iencinf at the Falls, the most wonderful of river canyons, the Niagara Gorge is entered by a gei.tle grade on the side of the rocky gorge; passing under the Cantilever Bridge and the new Steel /i. h Bridge which span the river, the line reaches the lower level at the Whirlpool Rapid?. The waters, which have been slowly moving in solemn smoothness, as though resting af:er their terrific leap, here rise like maddened horses, and with irresistible force are suddenly lashed into fury indescribable. Coming down the Go.ge, in view of this mighty raging torrent which is rushing madly onward, the wondering passenger is presently brought into full view of 'he grand Whirlpool. The scene here presented h above all o-.hers the most awe-inspiring. This great basin >vhich lies at the foot of frowning walls which line the magnificent Gorge, has been formed by the action of the restless rush of waters, which for ages past have been swept against its granite walls. Here the river again rests awhile, circling round in sullen whirl. Huge floating logs are sometimes seen suddenly tossing their ends high in the air, to be sucked down only a moment laier into the vortex of the maelstrom. li is a iveird and uncanny place. All at once the waters find their exit, and springing into motion afresh, set off again on their 'vay to the Sea. Following the course of the river, the car now slowly creeps around Ongiara curve, directly opposite to which, on the Canadian shore, is to be seen the most remarkable rock-bound formations. Standing out with bold relief, as if by the hand of a sculptor, may be seen the bust of a human form, known as the " Demon of the Gorge." Now the descent of the Lower Rapids is commenced. Along here are caves of many historic points. Among them '3 the "Devil's Hole," near the wonderful Giant Rock, which stands like a silent sentinel. The rivulette of Bloody Run, wherein 1863 a company of British soldiers were ambushed at the top of the steep banks by a band of Seneca Indians. Out of ninety men but three escaped, the rest were either butchered c- thrown over the clifF. So still onwards and downwards in the valley the cars follow the river. High on the Canadian Heights, towers the splendid shaft of " Brock's Monument," erected by Canada to that brave English officer. Niagara Gorge. Approaching Lewiston Opposite on the American cliiF are the ruins ot Old Fort Gray, whose earthworks beheld in 1812 the "Battle of Queenston Heights." Between them has been erected a new Suspension Bridge, a graceful and substantial structure, replacing the first Suspension Bridge that ever spanned the Niagara Gorge, but which was destroyed by th; severe storm in 1 863. LEWISTON The terminus of the Niagara Gorge Railway is reached, where tourists transfer to the Steamers of the Niagara River Line to continue their journey to Toronto, or to return again by the Great Gorge Route to starting point. The privilege to stop off at the different points of interest is alloiivii to ail persons desiring io do so. „ ^, . , . Steamer Chicora at Lewuton H The NiafTara River Line Steamers Our Commodore Are Government Chartered Steamers to carry the mails between Canada and the United States, of the highest class, built of steel, and form the finest and fastest line of day steamers running on fresh-waterhVes. fit for all weath- ers, and commanded by seamen whose experience has yet to be found wanting. With fore and aft black, and red funnels, feathering paddles, and trim hulls, they are types of the best Channel steamers of Great Britain. "CHICORA" (The Pretty Flower) 230 feet long, was built by Lairds, of Birkenhead, the builders of the celebrated Southern . .uiser " Alabama." Har. twin oscillating engines by Faw- cett, Preston & Co., of Liverpool, England. '• CORONA " (The Bright Sun-ray) 277 feet long, built by the Bertram Ship Company, Toronto. Has direct-acting, diagonal-compound engines by Rankin, Blackmore & Co.. of Greenock, Scotland. "CHII'I'; -VA" (The Indian Chief) 31 5 feet long, built by Wm. Hendrie & Co., Hamilton, Ontario, from designs of Frank Kirby, the designer of the Detroit & Buffalo lir.e steamers. Has condensing beam engines by W. & A. Fletcher Co., of New York. .1// //nrr sWamrrs arc cUrtric U.^lital and hthd villi every inodern luxury. Mahogany staircases, drawing-rooms and ladies' cabins, dining-rooms and lunch counters at which meals are served on every trip, and complete outside deck space, afford every opportunity for enjoyment of the fresh air and scenery, com- bined with safe and speedy navigation. Passengers crossing on one may return on any of the other steamers. Baggage is examined for Customs by Customs Officers on board. Tickets must be shown when poing on board. Hand baggage can be checked and left at the parcel room on the dock at Toronto. Through tickets to all pomts in Canada or the United States can be purchased at -he Purser's office. Thr sf,aniers of this line makr jive /rip.s daih (except Sunday J. N I A(, A k A k * \ Chicora Steamers Chippev I 6>fUrilMMg. Connections at Susr. .nsion Bridge, and Buffalo, N.Y., and Toronto, Ont. AT SUSPENSION BRIDGE New York Central & Hudson River R. R. for New York and intermediate points. West Shore R. R., for New York and intermediate points. Erie R. R., for New York and intermediate points. Lehigh Valley R. R. , for New York and ini»rmediate points. Michigan Central R. R., for Chicago, the West and inte; mediate points. Wabash R. R., for Chicago, the West and intermediate points. Grand Trunk System, for Chicago, the West and inter- mediate points. AT BUFFALO, N. Y Lake Shore & Michigan Southern R. R., for Chicago, intermediate joints and the West. New York, Chicago & St. Louis R. R., for Chit-go, inter- mediate points and '.he West. Pennsylvania R. R , for Philadelphia, Pittsburg, Washington and the South. Buffalo, Rochester & Pittsburg R. R., for Pittsburg and intermediate points. Delaware, Lackawanna & Western R. R., for New York and intermediate points. Erie & Western Transportation Co., for Duluth and inter- mediate points. Cleveland & Buttalo Transit Co., for Cleveland and the West. Northern Steamship Co., for Chicago and intermediate points. Detroit & Buffalo Steamboat Co., for Detroit and the West, Erie & Buffalo Steamboat Company, for Erie. AT TOkONTO. ONT. Richelieu & Ontario Navigation Co. Steamers, for Montreal and intermediate points. Canadian 1 .1 fie R. R., all points in Canada. Grand Ti . Jystem, for Muskoka District and all points in Canada «9 Buffalo Niagara Falls Lewiston.Queenston Niagara on the Lake AND Toronto. Via THE Lower Niagara ' River a Lake ONTARid. I John Foy.Geheral Manager. ' - Toronto ^ Canada . * r la microreproductions historiques E r Tfi Ce [ contract. to reman 1 2 3 1 2 4 5 illustrant la method*. uiagrarnrnos sutvanTS 2 3 5 6 jSff"-'-»:W-f-V- ■-•'"■Art ,\\ - ■■:■«■ V rrij** ■.; ■('^^^'•■^ r::?:-::^:^^^-:-;-^^-^ MICROCOPY RESOLUTION TEST NATIONAL BL- AU OF STANDA STANDARD REFERENCE MATERIAL (ANSI and ISO TEST CHART No if.x'-i - ^'^ 'im^' *----H-.-^-.':f-.>'T)^- ^'--i;Xs-'r^;.Wr^-\.' ■;.i:tv:V;i■^■ :^"•H■.- r;•.^■ V. ■-. W* ;{:•'■_■'■ .•■^>4<>»f.'"X '*..;. Jiy r*'":^" Kail lines lor i>iagara rans, ouspciiMuii uiiugc, Buffalo, Rochester, Krie, Cleveland, Pittsburg, Saratoga, Cincinnati, St. Louis, New York, Boston. All points South, l^ast and West. This Line forms the natural way to Toronto, connectiiifi with the R. & O. Steamers for the Thousand Islands, Montreal, and all points in Lower Canada. All Rail Lines sell through tickets via the Niagara River and Lake Ontario through to Toronto. Baggage checked to destination. ( 1 H \ .)V, v\,M.( i;, '1 ()i iinro, Canada. -s^r^^:- ■-/--':: K si> 1 tr 2 1 > 4 1 i 1 ■■-f9^^- ■m^^^m^m'^:W'' ^W:i^^v'^5 King Street West (Exhibition Buildings and Park), Parkdale (The Flowery Suburb) to Humber Bay, return by (^ueen Street East ( Trinity University ) a scholastic group of buildings, the centre of the Episcopalian Church of England. Chapel with high- ly carved oak roof and stalls, very beautiful grounds and convocation hall, with portrait of founders. Entrance free. Osgoode Hall. 60 luintites. The above routes bring the passenger back to the corner of King and Yonge Streets. The streets all run North from the Lake, or East and West at right angles, so vis- St. )ii.mti' Cathedral, Toronto itors can easily find their way. tri w of T te RIVER LINE STEAMERS M«i mmz d'k.-,*- ,^_,»i-»- Buff;\lo Niagara Falls Lewiston.Queenston Niagara on the Lake AND Toronto. Via THE Lower Niagara ' ^ Rivera Lake ONXARid. f John FOY.GERERALMflHACER. ' Toronto ^ Canada . * r^Sff '. ^i .r^,