Discover a vast, ready-reference compendium for 1852 that blends government data, science, and world statistics in one authoritative volume. This edition compiles detailed abstracts, tables, and narratives on the United States government, public laws, postal service, finances, and the mint, alongside calendars, celestial phenomena, and meteorological notes for the year. It also extends to population data, railroad development, and international figures, making it a practical manual for reference throughout the year. Contains the Calendar and Celestial Phenomena for 1852, plus timelines, eras, and astronomical data. - Provides structured coverage of the United States: presidents, executive departments, judiciary, navy, army, and the militia. - Presents commerce, navigation, and mint coinage details, plus sections on public lands and railroads. - Includes population data, immigration, religious and educational statistics, and separate state-by-state summaries. - Features the Gazetteer-like wealth of cross-referenced material, including obituaries, chronicles, and additions/corrections for accuracy. Ideal for researchers, students, and readers who want a single, reference-grade snapshot of mid‑19th‑century public life, science, and global context.