Kansas, Her Resources And Developments; Or, The Kansas Pilot. Giving A Direct Road To Homes For Everybody, Also The Effect Of Latitudes On Life Locations, With Important Facts For All European Emigrants.

GRISWOLD, M.D., WAYNE

Publication: Robert Clarke & Co, 1871, Cincinnati

First edition. 8vo. Original purple printed wrappers, viii, 9 - 95 pp., preface, introduction, illustrated, advertisements. Details the resources of Kansas including rivers, timber, coal, soil, culture, crops, fruits, livestock, cities, towns, railroads, stage companies, schools, colleges, churches, etc. There are sections on livestock, railroads, cities and towns, and the general character of the people and future prospects of the state. The booklet is a strong and positive commentary on the state and encourages people to come and live there citing cheap homes and an opportunity to succeed. Herd 939 says "Rare." Very good copy housed in a 4-point cloth binder and slipcase with leather label on the spine and titles stamped in gold. GRAFF 1681. HERD 939. HOWES G439. RADER 1706.

Inventory Number: 28497