Description: Signed and Inscribed by Andrew Carnegie which was published in1882 for family and friendsMost likely signed to Dr. Charles C. Rinard**------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ *Andrew Carnegie (/kɑːrˈnɛɡi/ kar-NAY-gie,November 25, 1835 – August 11, 1919) was a Scottish-American industrialist and philanthropist. Carnegie led the expansion of the American steel industry in the late 19th century and became one of the richest Americans in history He became a leading philanthropist in the United States and in the British Empire. During the last 18 years of his life, he gave away ~$350 million (roughly $5.2 billion in 2019) to charities, foundations, and universities – almost 90 percent of his fortune In 1881, Carnegie took his family, including his 70-year-old mother, on a trip to the United Kingdom. They toured Scotland by coach, and enjoyed several receptions en route. The highlight was a return to Dunfermline, where Carnegie's mother laid the foundation stone of a Carnegie library which he funded. (See Wikipedia for much more information)*Dr. Charles C. Rinard married Elizabeth Cropp. He was a medical doctor in Homestead for many years and a respected leader in the community. In addition to his role as Director of the former Monongahela Trust Company, he served as Chairman of the Healing Arts Committee of Allegheny County for many years. It was exceedingly important to him in during his lifetime that people who needed public assistance were able to receive adequate medical care. Elizabeth Rinard established two funds with the Pittsburgh Foundation to benefit both her and her parents' churches. This fund supports the First Presbyterian Church of Homestead, honoring the Rinards' commitment to the Homestead community. (Pittsburgh Foundation)**The pronunciation of the name sounds very similar and possibly when Carnegie signed the book, he spelled the last name wrong? Compare stamped name with inscription.----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------*****The book is in very good condition especially for its age (1882). Very small tears/nicks at top and bottom of spine. Gilt on top is worn but still has shine. Pages have light toning. Scuffing and mild fading to the boards. Previous owner's name stamped on 2nd free end paper. Number across the page from the previous owner's name. 1" tear on top of same page. The book basically has been nicely preserved for its 141 year history. Any issues have been reflected in the pricing. This item will be shipped with Signature Confirmation required (as required by eBay). Please see pictures for more information and detail. Please feel free to contact me with any questions you might have. I will be glad to take additional pictures. I tried to describe the book through words and pictures the best I can but if you are not 100% satisfied with the purchase, please know you can return the book for full refund. Boxed and packaged VERY carefully! Will ship within 1 business day of receiving payment. Thank you for looking!
Price: 2300 USD
Location: Okatie, South Carolina
End Time: 2024-11-15T15:23:38.000Z
Shipping Cost: 6.13 USD
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Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Binding: Hardcover
Language: English
Signed: Yes
Special Attributes: Andrew Carnegie Signed and Inscribed, PRIVATE PRINTING 1882
Personalized: Yes
Author: Andrew Carnegie
Publisher: Private Printing
Topic: Historical
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Subject: History
Original/Facsimile: Original
Year Printed: 1882