The Report and Collections of the State Historical Society of Wisconsin is a seminal work of American local history, documenting the cultural, political, and social life of the state from prehistoric times to the early twentieth century. Published annually since 1855, this comprehensive series contains a wealth of primary sources, including manuscripts, maps, newspapers, photographs, and other materials, providing an invaluable window into the past and a rich resource for scholars, students, and history buffs alike. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.