Descriptive letter on Burlington Iowa from Dubuque minister
A letter from D. in Duusvave Iowa dated Sept 30 1850 describes Burlington Iowa as seen from a steamer up the Mississippi. The writer notes a 5000 population with brick buildings eight churches and several schools and newspapers. He praises enterprise morality and rapid growth and highlights the bluff enclosing the city and river views. The piece ends with a note about future correspondence and a postscript mentioning New York lawyers.
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Mississippi
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Dogs Versus Sheep and Cattle in Tax Debate
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The Rooster Defeats Coon in Clermont Battle
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