Description: Adams County Early days in Adams County, including the communities of Manchester, West Union and Winchester, are recalled in this Brand New 23-page booklet through a mix of colorful tales and factual data'The material is reprinted from the 1892 Centennial edition of Henry Howe's Historical Collections of Ohio and other sources. The spiral-bound booklet is printed one-sided on quality paper, with the print enlarged 10% for easier reading. A sheet of clear vinyl has been added to protect the front cover.Illustrations include the County Buildings in West Union and the serpent mound. Subjects include: The Serpent Mound, the first settlement, the bark cutters, steamboat racing, the experience of an old time river man - Capt. John F. Devenny, river beacons, the capture of Israel Donalson, a nostalgic trip down the Ohio River, and adventures involving area Indians. Genealogy buffs will find a list of 1888 county officers and businesses. In addition there's a history of newspapers in the county, a map of Ohio's 88 counties, a map showing Ohio in 1805, and a 1940 look at the area from "The Ohio Guide," a WPA project. Wouldn't this make a unique gift?
Price: 9.58 USD
Location: Tucson, Arizona
End Time: 2024-09-01T20:32:39.000Z
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Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 60 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Author: Henry Howe and Others
Book Title: Adams County Ohio
Language: English
Format: Spiral / Comb Binding
