Traces the history of economic growth in New York, discussing how the Industrial Revolution, the expansion of the railroads, the Brooklyn Bridge, the oil industry, and other key events and industries shaped the state's growth and economy.
Content Note
The industrial revolution -- The business of railroads -- Building the Brooklyn bridge -- City of glass -- The oil industry -- Making life better -- Draftsman and inventor -- Photographs and copies -- From shoes to time clocks -- Industry in New York.