A True Description of the Lake Superior Country ... with Bayfield's Chart

Download or read book A True Description of the Lake Superior Country ... with Bayfield's Chart written by John R. St. John and published by . This book was released on 1846 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This descriptive discussion of the Lake Superior country emphasizes geographical features and is directed primarily towards those interested in locating and exploiting the region's mineral deposits of copper and iron. Nevertheless, it is written as a travel narrative, with the author progressing along the shoreline areas, noting their scenic beauties and providing anecdotes and opinions along the way. The reader is told what to wear and what transportation facilities and amenities will be found en route. The book lists mining companies already functioning in the area and gives information about their management and the nature of their operations. Among other information, there is also a glossary of mining terms, a list of grantees, a short vocabulary of French and local Indian words, and a list of steamship and sailing vessels.