Brooklyn: George C. Bennett, Printer, 1860. First Edition. Blindstamped Cloth. Very Good. 8vo. 19 by 12.5 cm. 333 pp. With frontis fold-out diagram of Common Council Chamber. Condition: gilt on spine faded. Spine darkened somewhat. Moderate wear to boards. Light dampstaining on borders of many leaves. Otherwise moderate age toning, yet clean. Inscribed name on FFEP of William Schroeder.

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Bookseller: White Fox Rare Books and Antiques (US)
Bookseller's Inventory #: 007480
Title: Manual of the Common Council of the City of Brooklyn for 1860-1861
Format/Binding: Blindstamped Cloth
Book Condition: Used - Very Good
Quantity Available: 1
Edition: First Edition
Binding: Hardcover
Publisher: George C. Bennett, Printer
Place of Publication: Brooklyn
Date Published: 1860

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