William W. Cone's Historical Sketch of Shawnee County, Kansas is a book that was published in 1877. The book provides a detailed account of the history of Shawnee County, Kansas, from its earliest days up until the time of publication. The author, William Whitney Cone, was a prominent historian and journalist who had a keen interest in the history of the American West.The book begins by describing the early Native American tribes that inhabited the region, including the Shawnee and the Osage. It then goes on to detail the arrival of European settlers in the area, including the establishment of Fort Riley and the founding of Topeka, the county seat.Throughout the book, Cone provides a wealth of information on the various industries and businesses that have thrived in Shawnee County over the years, including agriculture, manufacturing, and transportation. He also delves into the political and social history of the county, including the impact of the Civil War and the role of women in the community.Overall, Historical Sketch of Shawnee County, Kansas is an informative and engaging account of the history of this important region of the American West. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Kansas, the American West, or American history in general.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.
