Publisher's Synopsis
Captain Streeter, Pioneer is a historical non-fiction book written by Everett Guy Ballard and published in 1914. The book tells the story of Captain George Wellington Streeter, a pioneer and adventurer who played a significant role in the development of Chicago during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.The book provides a detailed account of Captain Streeter's life, from his early days as a sailor and his arrival in Chicago in the 1880s, to his establishment of a squatter community on a piece of land that was initially considered to be a swamp. The book also covers his legal battles with the city of Chicago and the Illinois Central Railroad, who both claimed ownership of the land.Throughout the book, Ballard portrays Captain Streeter as a visionary and a maverick who defied authority and challenged the status quo. The book also explores the social and political context of Chicago during the time period, highlighting the corruption and inequality that existed within the city.Overall, Captain Streeter, Pioneer is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the history of Chicago, the American West, or the lives of pioneering figures in American history.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.
