Includes brief historical background. With, tipped in, copy of original tender re 'Steam Engine and pumps suitable for the Waterworks about to be constructed at Lowestoft', sent by Easton & Amos to James G. Lynde of the Lowestoft Water Gas and Market Company, dated 3 May 1854 (1 sheet). Booklet: 'The Water Supply of Lowestoft by the East Anglian Water Company'