The 1890's were great years to be young, particularly if you lived in a small town, and that small town of Sprakers, New York was located by a railroad (the West Shore Line) and a set of locks on the Erie Canal in upstate New York. Illustrated with historic photographs. Bibliography. Stated First Edition. As new hardcover in a fine, mylar covered, unclipped dust jacket. A very uncommon title. The photos on the listing page are of the actual book for sale, Not stock photos. Always carefully packaged and shipped quickly.