VI PREFACE. 



this way has acquired much valuable statistical information. 

 The Author has not spoken of half the places which he 

 visited; to do so, would swell this volume beyond the 

 limits which he intends it should occupy. 



Owing to tlie Author residing at Worcester, he has 

 devoted a larger space to Massachusetts than to any other 

 State. 



If, therefore, in the perusal of this very unpretending 

 volume, the reader can catch a glimpse of the agricultural, 

 commercial, and industrial features of this gigantic 

 country, the Author's wishes will be abundantly gratified. 



P. TOCQUE. 



Worcester, Mass., U.S., March 1, 1851. 



