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BOARD OF LIBRARY COMMISSIONERS.
N. Y., Amer. Book Co., 1897 $1
While the thread of historical events runs throughout this book, many incidents and characteristic stories have been cited to illustrate the manners and customs of the various periods.

968.2. THE TRANSVAAL.

Bryce, J. and others.Briton and Boer. 
N. Y., Harper & Bros., 1900 $1.25
A carefully prepared volume dealing with both sides of the South Africa question, and written by men of prominence identified with each side.
Il.N. Y., Scribner's Sons, 1900 $1.50
The frankness with which Mr. Davis describes what he saw and heard in South Africa gives a unique quality to his book.
N. Y., New Amsterdam Book Co., 1900 $1
This history is written by one who took an active part in the sad and stirring events which it records.
N. Y., Appleton & Co., 1900 $1.50
A book on the Boer troubles that is free from British prejudices and misrepresentations. " It is the best book of the hour in its unbiased presentation of the Boer side of the controversy."—Chicago Tribune.

970. AMERICAN HISTORY.

Il.N. Y., Appleton, 1893 $1.50
An account of the many Spanish expeditions sent in search of the golden city believed to be hidden somewhere in the new world.
Il.n. d. $2
Considered by many the best book on Mexico of recent times.
Il.Bost., D. Lothrop & Co., 1887 $2.50
The story is most successfully told in a direct, interesting way that makes the book suitable for readers of all ages.