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Journey Across the West Aboard Trains and Rushing Towns
In a vivid travelogue from an era of long rail journeys, the writer recalls stops in Newton and Carthage, describes Pullman discomfort, hotel meals, and the hospitality of Mrs. McKinkey. He reflects on landscapes from Great Plains to the Glavionta Mountains and notes encounters with traders, cowboys, and local tradespeople. The piece blends travel observations with social commentary on roads, towns, and the promise of expansion.
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Oldigings
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