Publisher's Synopsis
""History of Jones County, Iowa V1: Past and Present"" is a comprehensive historical account of the county of Jones, Iowa, written by Robert McClain Corbit and first published in 1910. The book covers the early settlement of the county, including the Native American tribes that once inhabited the area, as well as the arrival of European settlers and the development of the county's towns and cities. The book also covers important events in Jones County's history, such as the Civil War and the county's role in the Underground Railroad. In addition to historical accounts, the book also includes biographical sketches of prominent figures in Jones County's history, such as politicians, businesspeople, and community leaders. Overall, ""History of Jones County, Iowa V1: Past and Present"" provides a detailed and informative look at the history of one of Iowa's most important counties.In Two Volumes.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.