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Chicago. The Western Historical Company. First edition. Very good condition. 1881. 25X20. 1663p. History of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, from pre-historic times to the present date, embracing a summary sketch of the native tribes, and an exhaustive record of men, and events for the past century; describing in elaborate detail the city as it now is; its commercial, religious, educational and benevolent institutions, its government, courts, press, and public affairs; its musical, dramatic, literary, scientific and social societies; its patriotism during the late war; its development and future possibilities; and including nearly four thousand biographical sketches of pioneers and citizens. Although there is no mention of him in the book itself, this is the volume attributed to Frank A Flower, as mentioned in Memoirs of Milwaukee County by Lieut. Col. Jerome A. Watrous, editor (1909). Leather spine and gilt on all page edges. Includes numerous illustrations, especially wonderful portraits of founding citizens. Includes a Table of Contents, a list of Illustrations, a Professional and Business Index, and an Index to the Biographical sketches. Rare, scarce. Ref A-559 Biblioteca USA Language: eng.
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