This promotional pamphlet, published by the Board of Trade of Somerville, Massachusetts, in 1897, provides a vivid and engaging account of the history, culture, and business opportunities of this vibrant Boston suburb. The brochure includes descriptions and photos of local landmarks, as well as information on the flourishing commercial and industrial sectors of the town. This is a fascinating snapshot of a community that was on the rise in the late 19th century. 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 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. 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.