Illustrated Lives and Adventures of Frank and Jesse James and the Younger Brothers, The Noted Western Outlaws, Illustrated With Portraits From Life and Numerous Engravings Made Expressly for This Book New Edition Enlarged and Improved With History by Dacus, Hon. J.A. [Joseph] - 1881

St. Louis: N.D. Thompson & Co, 1881. Hardcover. Good.

St. Louis: N.D. Thompson & Co., 1881. 

Original cloth, lettered in gilt.
Illustrated throughout.

442 pages + ads.
Size: 7 1/2" x 5 1/4"

Good. Hinges cracked; a little foxing; a couple of dogears; a few small tears/very small chipping to last few pages (just in margins); covers quite worn.

A very interesting antique history of the Outlaws Frank and Jesse James, including their riding with Quantrill during the Civil War. 

References: ADAMS SIX-GUNS 540; HOWES D-6; RADER 1019.

Jesse Woodson James (September 5, 1847 - April 3, 1882) was an American outlaw, bank and train robber, guerrilla, and leader of the James-Younger Gang. Raised in the "Little Dixie" area of western Missouri, James and his family maintained strong Southern sympathies. He and his brother Frank James joined pro-Confederate guerrillas known as "bushwhackers" operating in Missouri and Kansas during the American Civil War. As followers of William Quantrill and "Bloody Bill" Anderson, they were accused of participating in atrocities against Union soldiers and civilian abolitionists, including the Centralia Massacre in 1864.
After the war, as members of various gangs of outlaws, Jesse and Frank robbed banks, stagecoaches, and trains across the Midwest, gaining national fame and often popular sympathy despite the brutality of their crimes. The James brothers were most active as members of their own gang from about 1866 until 1876, when as a result of their attempted robbery of a bank in Northfield, Minnesota, several members of the gang were captured or killed. They continued in crime for several years afterward, recruiting new members, but came under increasing pressure from law enforcement seeking to bring them to justice. On April 3, 1882, Jesse James was shot and killed by Robert Ford, a new recruit to the gang who hoped to collect a reward on James' head and a promised amnesty for his previous crimes. Already a celebrity in life, James became a legendary figure of the Wild West after his death.
Despite popular portrayals of James as an embodiment of Robin Hood, robbing from the rich and giving to the poor, there is no evidence that he and his gang shared any loot from their robberies.[1] Scholars and historians have characterized James as one of many criminals inspired by the regional insurgencies of ex-Confederates following the Civil War, rather than as a manifestation of alleged economic justice or of frontier lawlessness.[2]James continues to be one of the most iconic figures from the era, and his life has been dramatized and memorialized numerous times.--wikipedia.

CONTENTS.
CHAPTER 1.--THE JAMES FAMILY.-The Rev. Robert James---His marriage--Removal to Missouri--His
death in California.
CHAPTER II. FRANK AND JESSE.-Their childhood and youth-They desire fire-arms-Youthful Nimrods-Pistol practice.
CHAPTER III.-IN THE GUERRILLA CAMP.-Frank joins Quantrell-Outrage on Dr. Samnels and Jesse-Mrs.
Samuels and daughter, Susie James, arrested-Jesse as a courier for the Guerrillas.
CHAPTER IV.-BLOODY WAR.-The hatreds of the border people-The Partisan Rangers-Frank James as a
scout-Fight at Plattsburg.
CHAPTER V.-AT THE SACK OF LAWRENCE, KANSAS.-The black flag unfurled-The Guerrillas mass their
forces-The march to Lawrence-Capture of the town-Frank and Jesse participate.
CHAPTER VI.-A GORY RECORD.-The cruel strife of the border-Death in the thickets-Quantrell and his
followers.
CHAPTER VII.-ADVENTURES IN SEPARATE FIELDS.-Frank James follows Quantrell into Kentucky-Fierce partisan contests-Death of Quantrell - Jesse follows George Shepherd to Texas-The last fight of the war- Jesse wounded.
CHAPTER VIII.-THE BRANDENBURG TRAGEDY.--Frank James followed by four men-They attempt to arrest him-Terrible fight-Frank wounded in the left hip-Concealed by friends.
CHAPTER IX.-THE LIBERTY BANK AFFAIR.-A great robbery--St. Valentine's day, and the prize drawn by
bold marauders-The James Boys accused of the crime.
CHAPTER X.-JESSE'S SORTIE AGAINST THE MILITIA-MEN.-Attacked at night--The family council of war-Jesse desires to look out on the cold moonlight scene-Throws the door open and fires upon the militiamen-Three corpses on the crisp snow.
CHAPTER XI.-IN THE HANDS or FRIENDS.-Jesse goes to Kentucky-Among his relatives and Friends
Placed under the care of Dr. Paul F. Eve-A good time.
CHAPTER XII.---The RUSSELLVILLE BANK ROBBERY.-A large haul-The James Boys connected with the robbery-They ride away on George Shepherd's horses--Shepherd arrested and imprisoned-Death of Oli
Shepherd-Persistent pursuit of the robbers-The Jameses escape.
CHAPTER XIII.-ON THE PACIFIC SLOPE.---Jesse James sails for California-At Paso Robel-Frank goes
West-On the Laponsu ranch-Adventures in Nevada-A dark Seance-The Boys return to the East,
CHAPTER XIV-WERE THEY DRIVEN TO OUTLAWRY?- The peculiar circumstances surrounding the Jameses-Social and political ostracism--The vigilance committees-Not allowed to remain at peace in their own home-They go forth as enemies of society.
CHAPTER XV.-THE GALLATIN BANK TRAGEDY.-Strange men in Gallatin-They call upon the Cashier-Captain John W. Sheets shot by Jesse James-Pursuit of the man-slayers-The escape of the robbers,
CHAPTER XVI.-ATTEMPTS TO ARREST THE BOYS.-The People aroused-Detectives on the trail of the
Boys-Their neighbors arrayed against them-Captain Thomason expresses himself-He is interviewed
by Mrs. Samuels-Failure of all efforts to arrest them,
CHAPTER XVII.-OUTRAGE AT COLUMBIA, KENTUCKY.- The citizens of Adair county, Kentucky, startled-Bold daylight robbery of the bank at Columbia-Murder of the cashier, Mr. Martin--Chasing the robbers-The marauders escape.
CHAPTER XVIII.-OUT OF EXILE.-Domestic and social relations of the Boys-Their visits to the cities
--The theaters and concert stage-Life in hotels-How the Jameses play the part of gentlemen.
CHAPTER XIX.--THE CORYDON RAID.-The robbers pay a visit to Iowa-Their sudden appearan.
Corydon-They secure a large sum of money and ride away-Hot pursuit by lowa officers--- Jesse as a
rustic.
CHAPTER XX.-THE CASH BOX OF THE FAIR.-Frank and Jesse at Kansas City-The gate money seized
and carried away-The pool cashier interviewed by Frank,
CHAPTER XXI.-STE. GENEVIEVE.--The cashier of the bank at Ste. Genevieve surpriser! -Narrow escape of Young Rozier--The bank plundered by the raiders--Escape of the robbers.
CHAPTER XXII.-A RAILWAY TRAIN ROBBED IN IOWA.-A night vigil-On the Chicago, Rock Island & Pacific railway line-A locomotive ditched and a fireman killed-A successful raid.
CHAPTER XXIII.--The GAINES' PLACE STAGE ROBBERY.--How the invalids en route to Hot Springs
were plundered on the Malvern road-Scenes and incidents of the robbery-Grim jokes at the expense.
CHAPTER XXIV. -GADSHILL.-A startling sensation.-The robbers at the lonely wayside station-The passengers made prisoners and robbed.
CHAPTER XXV.-AFTER GADSHILL.-Pursuit of the robbers-Trailed through southern Missouri to St.
Clair county-Diversions in Bentonville, Arkansas-The campaign leads to a tragedy,
CHAPTER XXVI. -WHICHER'S RIDE TO DEATH.-The brave detective caught in a trap - Jim Latche's ob-
servations in Liberty-The use he made of his knowledge-The last night ride-Whicher shot.
CHAPTER XXVII.-A NIGHT RAID OF DETECTIVES-Attempt to avenge Whicher's death-Preparing a
trap to catch Frank and Jesse at the Samuels place-Fireballs and bombshells-A terrible scene-Death
of a boy and wounding of Mrs. Samuels.
CHAPTER XXVIII.-PROPOSED AMNESTY.-Movement in the Legislature-Gen. Jones' amnesty bill --Jesse
quietly awaits the turn of events-Failure of the bill to pass in the Legislature-Taking vengeance.
CHAPTER XXIX.-SAN ANTONIO-AUSTIN STAGE PLUNDERED.--Bandits on the prairies--Strange horsemen at eventide-The stage halted-The passengers plundered.
CHAPTER XXX--FARMER ASKEW'S FATE.-The house of Askew--The farmer incurs the hatred of the James Boys --Vengeance threatened ---Assassinated while standing on his porch-Jesse and Frank believed to be guilty parties.
CHAPTER XXXI.--GOLD DUST-THE MUNCIE BUSINESS.--Lying in wait-The evening train bound from
the mining regions-Golden galore-The train stopped by masked men, and the express car plundered,
CHAPTER XXXII.--HUNTINGTON, WEST VIRGINIA, BANK ROBBERY. A band of robbers in the streets-
The people alarmed--Demand upon Mr. Oney-The robbers make off with the bank's funds-Capture of
Jack Kean, and do wu of McDaniels --The handiwork of the Jamese' own.
CHAPTER XXXIII.-JESSE'S WOOING AND WEDDING-Courting under difficulties.A fair cousin--She admires the outlaw-The courtship continues, and Jesse takes his cousin as his bride.
CHAPTER XXXIV.-A DREAM OF LOVE.---Frank James cherishes tender sentiments and goes a-wooing-A
fair girl, beautiful and accomplished-Frank's suit encouraged.
CHAPTER XXXV.-FAIR ANNIE RALSTON, THE OUTLAW'S BRIDE.-How Annie Ralston carried off the
honors of her class at college--A belle in society-Her admiration for Frank James-She quietly collects
her effects, and leaves her home to share her fate with Frank,
CHAPTER XXXVI.-A SEVENTEEN THOUSAND DOLLAR HAUL.- The train robbery at Otterville-The Youngers and the Jameses-Frank James the planner-How the train was halted-Capture of Hobbs Kerry-He
gives away the gang-The escape.
CHAPTER XXXVII.-IN MINNESOTA.- The bandits seek a new field-Frank James and the Younger Brothers
-Bill Chadwell, Miller and Pitts-The long ride.
CHAPTER XXXVIII.-THE ATTACK AT NORTHFIELD-HAYWOUD'S DEATH.--The raid on the bank--The
cashier shot-Bill Chadwell killed in the street-The citizens come to the rescue-Fusilades in the town-
The bandits forced to go out in quick time-A hot pursuit-Capture of the Youngers.
CHAPTER XXXIX.-ESCAPE OF FRANK AND JESSE JAMES.-The terrible retreat-Worn out, and yet no
chance for rest-A remarkable escape-They disappear from the very midst of those who are hunting
them-How they went away.
CHAPTER XL.-A VISIT TO CARMEN.-Frank and Jesse go into Mexico-They rest at Carmen, in Chihuahua- The silver conducta-They join the Mexican party-Capture of the treasure bags of the Mexicans.
CHAPTER XLI.-THE ROBBERS AND THEIR FRIENDS.-The various classes of people who exhibit friendship for the Jameses-Some are bad men, who gather about them because they are brave-Social peculiarities.
CHAPTER XLII.--EXCURSIONS INTO MEXICO.-Wild adventures beyond the border--Chasing Mexican
cattle thieves-A serious time at Monclova-Frank and Jesse escape,
CHAPTER XLIII.-DEATH TO BORDER BRIGANDS.-Frank and Jesse pay their respects to Palacio's band
--The raiders of the border punished by the American outlaws-A pleasant meeting with troops.
CHAPTER XLIV.--The UNION PACIFIC EXPRESS ROBBERY.-The Big Springs venture-The persons who
engaged in it-Large amount of gold coin taken-Pursuit of the robbers-Death of Collins at Buffalo,
Kansas-Jim Berry trailed to Missouri-shot by the sheriff of Audrain county.
CHAPTER XLV.-A VISIT TO THE HOME OF FRANK JAMES.-A Georgian's experience with the great outlaws-The home life of Frank.
CHAPTER XLVI.--EPISTLES OF JESSE JAMES.-How Jesse takes his own part with a pen-Some terse specimens of Jesse's style.
CHAPTER XLVII.-GLENDALE.-The last great train robbery-A night ride to a lonely wayside station-
How the robbery was effected.
CHAPTER XLVIII.-HUNTING CLUES.-Marshal Liggett--His efforts to hunt down the robbers-Jesse
James once more to the front.
CHAPTER XLIX.--GEORGE W. SHEPHERD.-The childhood and youth of Shepherd-His adventures in
Utah-Enters the Confederate service-Joins Quantrill's band-Gets into trouble with the gang at
the time of Russellville-Becomes inimical to the Jameses-Engages with Marshal Liggett-Joins the
band-The Short Creek fight.
CHAPTER L.-PURSUIT OF THE GLENDALE RUBBERS.-Shepherd goes south with the gang-He plans an ambuscade-Failure of his plan-The robbers suspicious of Shepherd-The fight in the forest,
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CHAPTER LI.--ALLEN PARMER.-Becomes a member of Quantrell's band-Takes part in the sack of Law-
rence-With Quantrell in Kentucky-Marries Jesse James' sister-Accused of complicity with the Glen-
dale robbers.
CHAPTER LII.- JESSE JAMES STILL A FREE ROVER-The sequel to the fight with Shepherd-Jesse and his wife visit relatives and friends in Kentucky-An unsuccessful attempt to capture the outlaw..