A History Of Paper-Manufacturing In The United States, 1690-1916 (1916)

""A History of Paper-Manufacturing in the United States, 1690-1916"" is a comprehensive book written by Lyman Horace Weeks in 1916. The book provides a detailed account of the development of the paper-manufacturing industry in the United States from the colonial period to the early 20th century. The author begins by discussing the early history of papermaking in America, including the first paper mills established in the colonies. He then goes on to describe the growth of the industry throughout the 18th and 19th centuries, including the rise of large-scale paper mills and the development of new technologies and techniques for paper production.Throughout the book, Weeks also explores the social and economic impact of the paper-manufacturing industry on the United States. He discusses the role of paper in the growth of the printing and publishing industries, as well as its importance in the development of education and literacy in the country.In addition to providing a detailed history of the industry, the book also includes numerous illustrations and photographs of paper mills, machinery, and products. Overall, ""A History of Paper-Manufacturing in the United States, 1690-1916"" is an important resource for anyone interested in the history of American industry and technology.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.