Publisher's Synopsis
Excerpt from The Commercial History of the Southern States, Covering the Post-Bellum Period Kentucky: With Historical Resume of Kentucky
When the publication of this work was first proposed, Hon. Henry Watterson, the famous editor and orator, readily consented to write an historical preface for the same, but since that time the press Of his regular duties has demanded his entire attention, and he has therefore regretfully given up the task. However, in securing the services Of Colonel J. Stod dard Johnston, the editor feels that he could not have done better any where. Colonel Johnston has all his life been identified with Kentucky and the South, and has for a long time been recognized as a writer of marked ability, especially on historical subjects. His contribution to this volume we believe will give to it a lasting value, and make it one Of which every Kentuckian may feel justly proud.
In the descriptive articles dealing commercially with every section Of the State, the editor acknowledges the valuable aid rendered by Mr. John J. Gardner, the well-known statistician and editor of the courier-journal Almanac. Frequent usage has been made Of Colonel I. B. Nall's Hand book Of Kentucky and some of the current histories. Correspondence has been conducted with many prominent and representative citizens rela tive to the advantages Offered by their respective counties.
Mr. N. R. Harper has furnished information relative to the work being done by the colored people in Kentucky. Letters of endorsement and approval have been received from the governor and many others Of more or less prominence throughout the State.
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