Madison, Dane County and Surrounding Towns; Being a History and Guide to Places of Scenic Beauty and Historical Note. This 1877 volume contains information about early settlement and organization of the towns; pioneer trials and difficulties; industrial pursuits and markets; schools and churches; and early contact with the Indians living in the area. Includes frontispiece, illustrations, plates, portraits, maps, lists of "firsts," and complete lists of county supervisors and officers, county state legislative members, and village and city of Madison officials. Eight pages of advertising are included in the back of the book.
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Includes contributions by various authors. Cover title: History of Madison, Dane County and surroundings.
Subjects
Cities & towns Economic & social conditions Manners & customs Politics & government
