The Log of the Alton

<p><i>The Log of the Alton</i> recounts the journey of the Business Men's League to New Orleans in October 1909. Penned by Walter Barlow Stevens this narrative provides a detailed record of the voyage capturing the observations reflections conversations and activities that unfolded during the five-day excursion.</p> <p>More than a mere travelogue the book offers a snapshot of early 20th-century American business culture and the aspirations of a community seeking economic development. Readers gain insight into the perspectives and priorities of the businessmen from Alton Illinois as they explore New Orleans and engage in discussions about commerce and progress.</p> <p>This historical document serves as a valuable resource for understanding the social and economic dynamics of the era offering a glimpse into the ambitions and interactions of a group of influential figures at a pivotal moment in American history.</p><p>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 was reproduced from the original artifact and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore you will see the original copyright references library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world) and other notations in the work.</p><p>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.</p><p>As a reproduction of a historical artifact this work may contain missing or blurred pages poor pictures errant marks etc. 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.</p>