Mark J. Camp Books

Featuring 25 detailed road guides, this book offers an in-depth exploration of Ohio's diverse geological landscape, from the flat plains in the west to the hilly Allegheny Plateau in the east. It includes 59 maps and figures, along with 172 photographs, providing a visual journey through the state's geological features. The guides take readers on a scenic tour across various regions, highlighting the unique geological formations encountered along the way, making it an essential resource for geology enthusiasts and travelers alike.

Focusing on the rich history of railroads in Northwestern Ohio, this book captures the golden age of railroad travel through vintage postcards and mid-20th century photographs. It highlights the significance of Toledo as a key destination and the extensive network of 20 rail lines that emerged by 1907, serving over 250 passenger depots. The visual journey showcases the architectural beauty and historical importance of these depots, reflecting the region's development and the impact of rail travel on local communities.

Hundreds of millions of years ago, warm, coral-rich seas deposited mud on the ocean floor, and in time it became limestone--the cornerstone of Indiana geology. From the fossil-studded rocks and twisting caverns of the southern hills to the coal seams of the Wabash Valley and the shifting sands of the glacial plains, Roadside Geology of Indiana provides a window to a vibrant and dynamic past. With this book as your guide, tour Indiana's timeworn topography and discover fossilized reefs, mastodon skeletons, geodes, buried bedrock valleys, and the site of a meteorite impact.

"The hilly Allegheny plateau of eastern Ohio was crossed by a number of primarily east-west rail lines heading toward Chicago, St. Louis, and ports on the Mississippi River during the latter part of the 19th century. These lines, eventually part of the Baltimore & Ohio, Erie, New York Central, Nickel Plate, and Pennsylvania systems were joined by shorter lines extending from Lake Erie to the Ohio River, most notably the Wheeling & Lake Erie, designed to tap the coal and clay riches of the region. In order to serve the populace, railroad depots were needed. Smaller communities like Dalton and Dundee received typical combination depots designed to provide passenger, baggage, and freight accommodations. Separate passenger and freight depots were erected in larger communities, including Ashland and Canton. The arrival of the automobile brought a decline to local passenger service and a closing of depots. Some depots continued to serve the railroads in other ways and others were sold and moved from trackside, but many were demolished. Few remain today"--Back cover.

Focusing on the historical significance of railroad depots, this book explores the evolution of rail travel in northeast Ohio from the 1850s to the 1890s. It highlights Cleveland as a central hub and details the development of key rail-served ports and the establishment of over 310 depots. These depots served as community centers, bustling with activity as they facilitated communication and commerce. Through early postcards and photographs, the book provides a vivid glimpse into the vibrant life surrounding these pivotal structures during the golden age of train travel.

The book presents a pictorial history of railroad depots in central Ohio, focusing on their evolution from the mid-1850s through the late 19th century. It highlights the significance of these depots as hubs of commerce and community life, particularly in Columbus and Franklin County. Through a collection of vintage photographs and postcards, the narrative captures the transformation of the region's railroads, detailing the rise and decline of passenger services that led to the disappearance of many depots.

Focusing on the historical significance of railroad depots in west central Ohio, this book explores the vital role these structures played in community development around 1907. It highlights major terminals like Bellefontaine and Crestline, as well as lesser-known locations that thrived due to the railroads. Through vintage postcards and mid-20th-century photographs, it captures the golden age of rail travel, showcasing both surviving depots and those lost to time, while celebrating restored architectural gems like Bucyrus and Galion.

Focusing on the historical significance of railroad depots in Southwest Ohio, this book showcases the evolution of rail travel from Springfield's early rail connections to a network linking major cities by the late 1800s. It highlights the architectural diversity of depots, from small shelters to grand terminals, and their roles in bustling towns like Cincinnati and Dayton. As passenger service declined and many depots were demolished, this pictorial collection captures the grandeur of these structures during their peak, preserving a vital aspect of Ohio's transportation history.