Antique 1890s Pamphlet – The Present Aspect of the Mississippi River Problem by Robert S. Taylor – Rare Historical Booklet

This is an original antique pamphlet titled The Present Aspect of the Mississippi River Problem by Robert S. Taylor, a member of the Mississippi River Commission. Printed by Edward Kauff Printing Co., Chicago, this booklet discusses early engineering challenges, river navigation, flood control, levee construction, and the proposed "Lakes-to-the-Gulf" waterway project.

• Author: Robert S. Taylor (Mississippi River Commission)

• Title: The Present Aspect of the Mississippi River Problem

• Publisher: Edward Kauff Printing Co., Chicago

• Approx. Date: ca. 1890–1910

• Format: Softcover pamphlet, approx. 9" x 6"

• Length: ~15 pages

• Content: Historical discussion of U.S. river management, revetments, levee systems, and navigational improvements. Includes quotes from Abraham Lincoln and early engineering context.

• Provenance: Issued with distribution information for E.M. Hulse of the Elektron Building, Fort Wayne, Indiana (noted on inside cover).

Condition:
Original wraps, age toning to covers and edges, some minor wear at corners and spine. Pages are clean and intact with only light foxing and edge wear. Binding staples show rust. Overall in very good condition for a 120+ year-old pamphlet.