Publisher's Synopsis
The Story of Dayton is a historical book written by Charlotte Reeve Conover in 1917. The book provides a detailed account of the history of Dayton, Ohio, from its early settlement in the late 18th century to the early 20th century. The author covers various aspects of Dayton's history, including the city's growth and development, its role in the Civil War, and the contributions of its residents to the fields of science, technology, and industry. The book also includes biographical sketches of prominent figures in Dayton's history, such as John Patterson, the founder of the National Cash Register Company, and Wilbur and Orville Wright, the aviation pioneers who conducted their early experiments in the city. The Story of Dayton is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the city and the people who helped shape it.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.
