A valuable collection containing many documents, 123 black and white photographs, and numerous maps. Each photograph is attached to an 8 x 5 index card with typewritten explanation and date; all maps are in fine condition.
Various: Various, 1851 - 1959. DOCUMENTS relating to the organization of the Illinois Central Rail-Road Company. New York: Geo. S. Roe, 1851. 4to. [iv], 146 pages printed on blue paper. Original half-calf. FIRST EDITION of this great rarity containing the Act of congress donating lands to the States of Illinois..... More