Davenport, Iowa Described! 1851 Newspaper Item # 2125894740 THE REPUBLIC, Wash.D.C., June 7, 1851. A 2 1/2" column on page 2 headed DAVENPORT, IOWA. This town appears to be rapidly improving. Progress of the railroad connecting Chicago, etc. Enlargement of The Davenport Gazette. EMIGRANTS ARE FLOCKING ON TO THE RICH ROLLING PRAIRIE LANDS of this portion of Iowa. An extensive foundry has just been started in the town. The Davenporters have also three saw-mills in operation. Bituminous coal abounds in Iowa, and may be had at Davenport for $3 per ton, etc. Genuine 4 page newspaper in Very Good Condition with very light waterstains to the top of the pages with no affect to the readability of the contents. Add $4.50 for S & H. Visit my auctions under seller search: rwspell@aol.com & oldnewsnut@aol.com THANK YOU!!