Name/Title
Canadian Pacific Railway Company (2)Entry/Object ID
B001.07.02Scope and Content
This folder contains thirty items:
Special Search Terms:
Canadian Pacific Railway Company
British Columbia Coast Steamship Service
TEV Princess Patricia (b.1949)
Item 1: Deck Plan (single page); 11" by 8-1/2". This item is a black and white schematic diagram of the deck plans for a structure named "Princess Louise." The diagram is presented in a portrait orientation, consisting of three vertical panels, each displaying the layout of a different deck level—Promenade Deck, Main Deck, and Lower Deck—arranged side by side from left to right. Each deck layout is meticulously detailed, showing the arrangement of rooms, furniture, and other features. Notations and symbols are used throughout to denote various elements such as stairs, seating, and restrooms. The lower right corner of the diagram features a legend explaining the symbols used within the schematic. Language: English.
Item 2: Deck Plan (single page); 11" by 8-1/2". This is an architectural deck plan for the "Princess Royal," a Canadian Pacific steamship. The plan is rendered in black ink on a white background, and it displays three levels of the ship: the Upper Deck, Main Deck, and Lower Deck. These are shown in a linear arrangement from left to right. The layouts include compartmentalization and designation of spaces for passenger amenities, crew quarters, and operational areas. There is a clear indication of the structural features such as stairs, doors, and windows. Seating arrangements and room outlines are also depicted. Language: English.
Item 3: Deck Plan (single page); 11" by 8-1/2". This is a deck plan of the "Princess Maquinna," a ship from the Canadian Pacific fleet. The technical drawing, in black line on white, shows three decks: Boat Deck, Bridge Deck, and Upper Deck, from left to right. The plans indicate passenger accommodations, lifeboat placements, and other structural details such as stairwells and partitions. The title is centered below the plans. The paper, showing signs of age and handling, includes binder holes on the left, suggesting archival storage. Language: English.
Item 4: Deck Plan (single page); 11" by 8-1/2". This is a technical drawing depicting the deck plans of the "Princess Norah" steamship. The document shows three deck levels — Boat Deck, Bridge Deck, and Upper Deck — arranged from left to right. Each deck plan outlines the spatial distribution of passenger cabins, communal areas, and ship's operational features. The title "PRINCESS NORAH" is noted below the deck plans. The sheet is punctured on the left edge, indicating it was part of a bound archive. Language: English.
Item 5: Deck Plan (single page); 11" by 8-1/2". Architectural deck plan of "Princess Mary" steamship, delineating Boat Deck and Bridge Deck. Exhibits spatial layout for passenger and operational areas. Title placed below central axis. Paper shows age-related characteristics and binder holes on left. Utilized for research in maritime history and ship design. Language: English.
Item 6: Deck Plan (single page); 11" by 8-1/2". Deck plan of "Princess Charlotte" steamship showing Boat Deck and Bridge Deck. Details compartments, operational spaces. Used for archival research and historical analysis in maritime design. Language: English.
Item 7: Deck Plan (single page); 11" by 8-1/2". Technical drawing of "Princess Victoria" vessel displaying Boat Deck and Bridge Deck layouts. Indicates spatial arrangement for passenger, crew, and ship operations. Title "PRINCESS VICTORIA" below. Intended for research in maritime history and ship construction. Language: English.
Item 8: Brochure (single page; accordion fold); 9" by 4" (closed), 9" by 32" (opened). This item is a printed promotional brochure for the M/V Princess of Acadia, which operated in the Bay of Fundy as a passenger ferry service under the Canadian Pacific Railway (CP Rail). The front cover, visible in the image provided, features a color photograph of the white-hulled ferry vessel in a maritime setting, with the ship prominently in the mid-ground, displaying the red and white funnel colors typical of CP Rail's branding. The vessel is depicted in profile view against a backdrop of calm sea waters with a hint of coastline and greenery framing the lower foreground, suggesting a serene travel experience. The upper section of the brochure contains the text "M/V Princess of Acadia" in a bold, sans-serif typeface, followed by "Bay of Fundy/Passenger Ferry Service" in a smaller font, and the CP Rail logo at the right corner, indicating corporate ownership. Language: half-English & half-French.
Item 9: Deck Plan (single page); 11" by 8-1/2". This image displays a technical drawing of the S.S. Princess Louise's deck plans, consisting of the Promenade Deck, Main Deck, and Lower Deck, laid out in sequence from left to right. Each plan is detailed, showing the spatial distribution of cabins, communal spaces, and ship operations. The title "S.S. PRINCESS LOUISE" is positioned beneath the plans. Age and reproduction markers are visible on the paper, pre-punched for binder storage, indicating its historical and archival use. This plan would be relevant for studies in historical ship design and maritime operations. Language: English.
Item 10: Brochure (single page; double-parallel & half-fold); 9" by 4" (closed), 18" by 24" (opened). Promotional brochure cover for Canadian Pacific Princess Cruises to Alaska, Summer 1967. Features a scenic image of the Alaskan landscape with text overlay. Includes a small photograph of a cruise ship at the bottom with a route description from Vancouver to Skagway via the Inside Passage. This artifact is of research interest for historical tourism, maritime travel, and advertising practices of the 1960s. Language: English.
Item 11: Menu (single page; half-fold); 9-3/4" by 6-3/4" (closed), 9-3/4" by 13-1/2" (opened). This image shows a menu cover featuring Lake Louise. The photograph displays the lake with its characteristic turquoise water, set against a backdrop of mountain peaks with a glacier visible in the distance. In the foreground, there is an outdoor pool area with people, suggesting a luxury resort setting. Below the image, a stylized graphic of a maple leaf contains the text "LAKE LOUISE." The cover's design indicates the menu is from a hospitality establishment, likely a hotel or resort in the Lake Louise area. This menu would be a resource for historical research in tourism, graphic design, and culinary history. Language: English.
Item 12: Greeting Card (single page; half-fold); 5-7/8" by 5-1/8" (closed), 5-7/8" by 10-1/4" (opened). This image is a greeting card featuring a color photograph of a steamship in a glacial maritime setting. The ship, centered in the composition, is set against a backdrop of rugged snow-covered mountains and icy waters, reflecting the early to mid-20th-century period of maritime travel. The card includes a border framing the photograph, enhancing its visual appeal. This card likely served as a memento or souvenir and is of interest for research in maritime history, travel memorabilia, and graphic design. Language: English. [Includes a smaller sheet specifying the SS Princess Marguerite (b.1925).]
Item 13: Deck Plan (single page); 11" by 8-1/2". This technical document presents the passenger accommodation plan for the M.V. "Princess Patricia". It outlines four deck levels: Upper Deck, Bridge Deck, Promenade Deck, and Main Deck, from left to right. The plans exhibit detailed layouts of staterooms, public spaces, and lifeboat stations with corresponding alphanumeric codes. Below the plans, a title block includes the vessel name, scale, and drawing number. The sheet, showing edge wear and puncture marks for binder insertion, is a utilitarian document for ship design analysis and historical maritime study. Language: English.
Item 14: Brochure (single page; accordion & half-fold); 9" by 4" (closed), 18" by 24" (opened). This is a brochure cover for Canadian Pacific Ships' "Princess Cruises" for the summer of 1969, promoting 7½ day cruises from Vancouver to Skagway and return via the Inside Passage, with stops in Prince Rupert, Ketchikan, Juneau, Wrangell, and Kitimat. The cover features a photograph of an Alaskan mountain landscape, overlaid with the CP Ships logo and cruise details. This document is relevant for research into historical travel, advertising, and the evolution of cruise services in the late 1960s. Language: English.
Item 15: Schedule (single page; tri-fold); 5-3/4" by 3-1/4" (closed), 5-3/4" by 6-1/2" (opened). This item is a travel schedule leaflet for the Canadian Pacific Princess Line, dated from May 20 to September 24, 1960. It advertises routes and services between Seattle, Victoria, Vancouver, Nanaimo, and Alaska. The front cover features a stylized map highlighting the service routes across the indicated regions, with major stop points marked by stars. Below the map is promotional information for a special 'One-Day' excursion from Seattle to Victoria and back, with the fare listed at $6.00 plus tax. This leaflet serves as a historical document, providing insight into the travel services, pricing, and marketing strategies of the Canadian Pacific coastal steamship services in the early 1960s. Language: English.
Item 16: Schedule (single page; tri-fold); 5-3/4" by 3-1/4" (closed), 5-3/4" by 6-1/2" (opened). This is a Canadian Pacific travel schedule pamphlet for ferry services, effective from April 27 to September 30, 1962. It lists destinations such as Seattle, Victoria, Vancouver, Nanaimo, Port Angeles, and includes an Alaska Cruise. The front cover displays a stylized route map, connecting lines indicative of ferry paths, and service points marked with stars. The legend identifies symbols for ferries and connections to bus or railway services. A monochrome photograph of a Canadian Pacific ferry vessel is featured at the lower half of the pamphlet. The heading "FAST, FREQUENT, CONVENIENT" and the footer "BRITISH COLUMBIA COAST STEAMSHIP SERVICES" frame the content. This pamphlet is a piece of ephemera related to mid-20th-century transportation and would be of interest to researchers of regional travel, maritime history, and commercial graphic design. Language: English.
Item 17: Schedule (single page; double-parallel fold); 9" by 4" (closed), 9" by 20" (opened). This document is a Canadian Pacific Princess Lines schedule pamphlet, issued on June 16, 1950. The cover is designed with a navy blue background and features the title "PRINCESS LINES" in bold white letters. A list of routes is provided, with page numbers indicating where details can be found inside the pamphlet. These routes include Vancouver to Victoria, Victoria to Seattle, and various routes within Vancouver, as well as services to Alaska. The bottom of the cover displays the phrase "GOVERNED BY PACIFIC STANDARD TIME" next to a monochrome illustration of a Canadian Pacific steamship. This pamphlet is a historical reference for transportation services provided by Canadian Pacific in the mid-20th century and would be used by researchers studying the history of travel, maritime services, and regional connectivity. Language: English.
Item 18: Guidebook (multipage); 10-3/4" by 8-1/2". This image features the cover of a 1980 Canadian Pacific promotional brochure for Inside Passage cruises aboard the Princess Patricia. The cover showcases a photograph of a serene Alaskan seascape with mountains in the background under a broad sky. The word "ALASKA" is prominently displayed in vertical lettering on the right, with "1980 Inside Passage Cruises Canadian Pacific's Princess Patricia" aligned to the left. The "Canada" wordmark is visible at the bottom, indicating the brochure's national affiliation. This brochure likely served as a marketing tool for Canadian Pacific's cruise line services and is of interest to researchers studying tourism, marketing, and maritime history during this period. Language: English.
Item 19: Information Card (single page; half-fold); 5-3/4" by 3-3/4" (closed), 5-3/4" by 7-1/2" (opened). This is an information card from Canadian Pacific, featuring a black and white graphic illustration. The artwork depicts a Canadian Pacific steamship in profile, sailing past a coastline with densely wooded areas and an overhanging branch in the foreground. Below the illustration, the card reads "TRAVEL Canadian Pacific" with a list of services provided: "TRAINS / TRUCKS / BIRDS / PLANES / HOTELS / TELECOMMUNICATIONS" and the tagline "WORLD'S MOST COMPLETE TRANSPORTATION SYSTEM". This card was likely used to inform and attract customers to the variety of transportation services offered by Canadian Pacific. It interests researchers studying corporate advertising, graphic design, and the transportation industry. Language: English. [there are (3) identical copies in total]
Item 20: Deck Plan (single page); 8-1/4" by 10-1/2". This archival document is a passenger accommodation plan for T.E.V. "Princess Patricia". It displays detailed layouts of four decks—Upper Deck, Bridge Deck, Promenade Deck, and Main Deck—arrayed from left to right. Each deck plan is rendered with precise lines showing staterooms, public areas, and life-saving apparatus locations. The title block located in the bottom right corner includes the vessel's name, scale, and other relevant details. Signs of wear and holes along the left margin indicate the plan was part of a larger binder or filing system. This document is a valuable resource for maritime historians and researchers focusing on naval architecture and passenger ship design. Language: English.
Item 21: Deck Plan (single page); 11" by 8-1/2". This item is a deck plan of the Canadian Pacific Railway Company's "Princess Kathleen". The schematic details three decks: Boat Deck, Promenade Deck, and Bridge Deck. The plan displays the layout of passenger accommodations and ship facilities, using a key to denote various rooms and amenities. The document is printed on a ledger-sized sheet, with holes for binder insertion, indicating its use as a reference for crew or shipbuilders. This technical drawing is a research tool for maritime historians and those studying ship design and passenger vessel operations. Language: English.
Item 22: Deck Plan (single page); 11" by 8-1/2". This technical document features the deck plans for "Princess Joan" and "Princess Elizabeth," ships of the Canadian Pacific Railway Company's fleet. The schematic is detailed with the layouts of the Boat Deck, Promenade Deck, and Bridge Deck, highlighting passenger accommodations, lifeboats, and other ship facilities. Symbols and labels within the plans indicate specific rooms and areas. The paper shows signs of handling and storage, with punched holes on the left margin for binder insertion. This document is typically employed for scholarly research in naval architecture and the history of maritime transport. Language: English.
Item 23: Schedule (single page); 5-7/8" by 3-1/4". This is a 1967 Canadian Pacific Ferry Services promotional flyer, offering summer travel from May 30 to September 30. It features a color-coded map outlining ferry routes between Seattle, Victoria, Vancouver, Nanaimo, Port Angeles, and Alaska. The flyer advertises a special 'One-Day' excursion from Seattle to Victoria and back for $7.50, with departures from Pier 64 on the Seattle waterfront. The lower portion includes a photograph of the "Princess Marguerite" ferry. This flyer provides insights into mid-20th-century travel marketing and regional ferry services in the Pacific Northwest. Language: English.
Item 24: Deck Plan (single page); 11" by 8-1/2". The technical drawing depicts the deck plans for the Canadian Pacific steamship named "Charmer." It shows the layout for the Boat Deck and Bridge Deck, detailing the spatial arrangement of the ship's features, including cabins, seating, and lifeboat placements. The document is marked with a title block indicating the name "Charmer," part of the Canadian Pacific's British Columbia Coast Steamship Service. This type of schematic is typically used for ship operation, navigation, and design reference and would be of interest to researchers in maritime history and naval architecture. Language: English.
Item 25: Deck Plan (single page); 11" by 8-1/2". The item is a detailed technical deck plan of the "Princess Adelaide," a Canadian Pacific Railway Company steamship. It includes the layout of two decks: the Promenade Deck and the Lower Deck. The schematic delineates the ship's structural features, passenger accommodations, and lifeboat stations, with a comprehensive legend explaining the symbols used. The title "Princess Adelaide," is featured within a title block that includes the company name and additional details. This document, designed for archival storage as indicated by the punched holes on the side, serves as a historical record of ship design and would be pertinent for maritime historians and those studying naval architecture. Language: English.
Item 26: Deck Plan (single page); 11" by 8-1/2". The document is a ship's deck plan for the "Princess Alice," displaying the arrangement of the Promenade Deck and the Bridge Deck. It outlines the spatial layout of passenger accommodations, including cabins, communal areas, and emergency equipment such as lifeboats. The schematic is marked with labels and a key to symbols, indicating the purpose of each space. Signs of handling, such as creases and binder holes at the top, suggest the plan was used for operational purposes. Language: English.
Item 27: Deck Plan (single page); 11" by 8-1/2". This image displays a ship's deck plan for the "Princess Victoria," detailing the Boat Deck and Bridge Deck layouts. It is a technical drawing illustrating the placement of passenger accommodations, including seating areas, staterooms, and lifeboats, with notations for specific features. The paper, designed for insertion into a binder as indicated by the side holes, is an artifact used historically for navigation, ship management, or design. Language: English.
Item 28: Deck Plan (single page); 11" by 8-1/2". The document is a set of deck plans for the "Princess Kathleen" and "Princess Marguerite," part of the Canadian Pacific Railway Company's fleet. The technical drawing includes detailed representations of the Boat Deck and Promenade Deck for both vessels, depicting the layout of passenger accommodations, public areas, and life-saving equipment. The title block in the upper right corner identifies the ships and provides a key to the symbols used in the plans. The schematic is printed on a sheet with holes along the left margin for binder storage, indicating its historical use for navigation, ship operations, or architectural reference. Language: English.
Item 29: Place Mat (single sheet); 9-1/2" by 14-1/2". The item is a placemat from the Canadian Pacific Railway Company's BC Coast Steamship Service, adorned with black and white photographs of various landscapes and a steamship, indicative of the travel routes serviced by the company. The central feature is the Canadian Pacific flag logo, serving as a visual anchor for the layout. The scalloped edges of the placemat add a tactile and visual design element. Language: English.
Item 30: Letter (single page); 11" by 8-1/2". The document is a typewritten page detailing the features and services of the British Columbia Coast Steamship Service operated by the Canadian Pacific Railway Company. It specifically references the vessel "Princess Patricia," noting recent renovations and enhancements designed to improve the passenger experience. The text outlines upgrades such as increased stateroom capacity, the installation of an elevator, and new amenities including a forward observation lounge for showing motion pictures. The page further describes interior decor improvements, refinements in dining and observation areas, and technical details such as the vessel's tonnage, speed, and distances between ports of call in statute miles for both northbound and southbound routes. Language: English.Collection
Brown Archival CollectionLexicon
Nomenclature 4.0
Nomenclature Tertiary Object Term
Ship, CruiseNomenclature Secondary Object Term
Vessel, PassengerNomenclature Secondary Object Term
MenuNomenclature Secondary Object Term
PlanNomenclature Secondary Object Term
BlueprintNomenclature Secondary Object Term
MapNomenclature Primary Object Term
BrochureNomenclature Primary Object Term
Vessel, MerchantNomenclature Primary Object Term
ListNomenclature Primary Object Term
GuidebookNomenclature Primary Object Term
DeckNomenclature Primary Object Term
ProjectionNomenclature Primary Object Term
Copy, ReprographicNomenclature Primary Object Term
CartographNomenclature Primary Object Term
ScheduleNomenclature Sub-Class
WatercraftNomenclature Sub-Class
Other DocumentsNomenclature Sub-Class
Instructional DocumentsNomenclature Sub-Class
Architectural SpacesNomenclature Sub-Class
Graphic DocumentsNomenclature Class
Advertising MediaNomenclature Class
Water Transportation EquipmentNomenclature Class
Documentary ObjectsNomenclature Class
Building ComponentsNomenclature Category
Category 08: Communication ObjectsNomenclature Category
Category 07: Distribution & Transportation ObjectsNomenclature Category
Category 01: Built Environment ObjectsGetty AAT
Concept
brochures, deck plans, travel guidebooks, menusArchive Details
Date(s) of Creation
1928 - 1980
