John Steven McGroarty (introduction). California Picture Book
Item #7775
94 pp.; 9.25" x 8"; folding booklet; pictorial cover; b&w photos; promotional text; two maps. Chicago: Rand McNally & Company, August 1923. Promotional literature for California, with an introduction by John Steven McGroarty. Emphasizes the "romance" of the state, and includes photos and information on: the missions, recreational sports, natural attractions, the coast line, cities, and hotels; a two page orange map of California Via. Santa Fe, and the map of the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway Co. and Connections; contains information of the climate, the desert; general information of the Santa Fe agency. Cover picture of children running, flowers,and Santa Fe logo in background. Two very small 1/8" split on top left corner of cover; light vertical fold crease down the middle; minimal rubbing on spine. Very good condition. |
