[Rhode-Island Society for the Encouragement of Domestic Industry]. Clift, William - Transactions of the Rhode-Island Society for the Encouragement of Domestic Industry, in the Year 1854

Providence, Knowles, Anthony & Co. Printers, 1855. First edition. Stitched paper wrappers. xvi, 135 pp. 8vo. Includes: ""The Agricultural Wealth of Rhode Island and the Duties it imposes upon her Citizens. An Address before the Rhode-Island Society for the Encouragement of Domestic Industry, and the Rhode-Island Horticultural Society, at their Fifth Industrial Exhibition in Providence; Delivered September 14, 1854, by Rev. William Clift, Stonington, Ct." with a separate title page. Provides great detail on agricultural and industrial activity in Rhode Island was well as reviews of technology and agricultural methods. Some biographies. William Clift (1817-1890), Amherst graduate, pastor of the Stonington Congregational church, rote much on agriculture and "was a bold and valiant enemy of rum and tobacco." Sabin 70736n. A very good copy with small chips and creases to front wrapper, spine worn, contents bright.

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