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Sat, Apr 18, 2020 12:00PM EDT
Lot 498

Past and Present of Will County, Illinois.

Estimate: $250 - $350

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[Illinois] Stevens, W.W. Past and Present of Will County, Illinois. Chicago: S.J. Clarke, 1907. Half pebbled buckram, ruled and lettered in gilt, a.e.g. Numerous photogravure plates under tissue, halftone plates and text illustrations from photographs. 4to. Second volume shaken with rear cover nearly detached, scattered internal wear; overall very good. The first volume contains historical data on the settlement and development of the county including its churches, railroads, businesses, parks, and politics. The second volume is filled with biographies and portraits of notable residents.