Ocean to Ocean on Horseback Being the Story of a Tour in the Saddle from the Atlantic to the Pacific; with Especial Reference to the Early History and Development of Cities and Towns Along the Route; and Regions Traversed Beyond the Mississippi; Together with Incidents, Anecdotes and Adventures of the Journey

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THREE DAYS AT BUFFALO.

"Queen City" of the Lakes--Arrival at the Tift House--Lecture at St. James Hall--Major Farquhar--Aboriginal History--The Eries--Iroquois--"Cats"--La Hontan--Lake Erie--Black Rock--War of 1812--The Erie Canal--Buffalo River--Grosvenor Library--Historical Society--Red Jacket--Forest Lawn--Predictions for the Future 171