Description: This gazetteer was published by the C> Railroad in September of 1883 and appears to be the only edition. It provides a wealth of information on the local destinations, timetables, maps, and much more. A variety of fascinating advertisements promote Studebaker Wagons, the Battle Creek Sanitarium, The Chicago Industrial Exhibition (including a view of the Exposition Building), and “Ladies’ and Children’s Underwear constructed on Dress Reform and Hygienic Principles.” A map of Chicago’s downtown district shows the location of transportation hubs and freight depots, while a second map (front page) advertises the lines of the Great Rock Island Route. There are many ads mostly from firms in Battle Creek, Lansing & South Bend. There are also amusing advice, news and anecdotal articlesPublication Date: September, 1883. 17x22"Condition: FOLDED TWICE BUT NO MARKS HOLES OR TEARS. HIGH ACID PAPER COLORATION EVIDENT EPHEMERA IN THIS CONDITION IS RARE INDEED!For sale elsewhere on the internet for $200!
Price: 29.99 USD
Location: Newton Highlands, Massachusetts
End Time: 2025-01-03T14:21:36.000Z
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1883: ephemera
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States