Old administrative document Marseille 1936 vintage hydraulic TPE report

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Description

This vintage administrative document, dated December 28, 1936, in Marseille, is an official report written by a Subdivision Engineer of State Public Works (T.P.E.). The document is presented as a typewritten sheet, in standard administrative format, with a layout typical of the 1930s. It is a report concerning the temporary occupation of the maritime public domain, specifically the installation of jetties and structures for loading quarry materials, in connection with the Société des Entreprises de Grands Travaux Hydrauliques.

The sheet features a detailed header mentioning the Bouches-du-Rhône department, the bridges and roads subdivision, as well as various handwritten and typewritten administrative references. The typing is clear on slightly yellowed paper, characteristic of period paper, with no illustrations or decorative logos.

The main text, written in French, presents the request for renewal of authorization for the industrial use of a reclaimed land area and a port. Several references to previous ministerial decrees and circulars are cited, attesting to the official and regulatory nature of the document. The names of officials and petitioners are also included, including Mr. Isard and Mr. Teissier de Gros, as well as the mention of the petitioning company.

The typography, text structure, and use of technical administrative terms confirm the authenticity and institutional origin of the piece. The document is placed on a wooden table surface, which is not included in the sale.

This vintage administrative report illustrates the functioning of public services and major works in Marseille during the 1930s, offering direct insight into the management of port infrastructures and administrative procedures of the time.

Condition

This used document shows visible signs of age: slight yellowing of the paper, slightly blunted corners. The text remains perfectly legible. Some handwritten annotations are visible in the upper left margin. Sold as is.

Did you know? Reports from State Public Works engineers were essential for the planning and monitoring of major infrastructure projects in France, particularly in Mediterranean ports. Today, they are valuable sources for local history and the evolution of public policies in the maritime domain.

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