Cover page features decorative motifs, and an illustration of eagle chicks and their mother.

Photomechanical reproductions of photographs of Pittsfield and Dalton (Mass.), with accompanying descriptive text.

Includes extensive advertising of commercial businesses.

Full T.p. reads "facts relative to their health, wealth and prosperity, together with statements showing their remarkable growth within the past few years and present importance in the mercantile world. Their educational, religious, residential and business advantages, banks, manufactures, trade, citizens and comfortable homes."

Includes images of portraits of prominent citizens, commercial buildings, banks, residences, public buildings, mills, industrial buildings, school buildings, transportation, churches, nature scenes, and interior views of stores.

Avery Classics copy: cover page includes handwritten inscription "gift from Ellery B. Crane."