The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase. Excerpt from Act of Incorporation, Letters Patent, and Report of the Board of Managers to the Stockholders of the McKean and Elk Land and Improvement Company; March, 1856: To Which Is Appended a Topographical and Geological Report, by a Civil Engineer
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book is a thorough exploration of the lands owned by the McKean and Elk Land and Improvement Company in the mid-19th century. The author provides a detailed account of the legal history of the land, tracing its ownership back to the indigenous population and through various colonial proprietorships to its acquisition by the company. The book also delves into the geological and topographical features of the land, discussing the vast quantities of coal, iron ore, and timber present, as well as the suitability of the soil for agriculture. Furthermore, the author examines the potential economic benefits of developing these resources, particularly through the construction of railroads and the establishment of industries. The book offers valuable insights into the environmental, economic, and social history of the region, highlighting the complex interplay between natural resources, technological advancements, and human ambition during a period of rapid industrialization in the United States. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9780260860118_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9780260860118
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9780260860118
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