First published in 1875, this book is a comprehensive guide to the history, geography, and culture of Ohio and its Western Reserve. Written by historian and journalist Alfred Mathews, this volume provides a detailed account of the state's early settlement, the growth of its cities, and the cultural contributions of its residents. It also includes a wealth of statistical data, maps, and illustrations. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of Ohio or the American Midwest. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.