SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN, New York, October 16, 1897 The front page has three photos and one illustration: "The Return Of The Peary Expedition." There is a companion report about the Arctic expedition that continues inside where there is a portrait of "Robert E. Peary, C.E., U.S.N.".  Other articles within are: The Lowell Textile School; Floating Dry dock for the Harbor of Havana; and other articles and advertisements.

The issue is complete in 16 pages with a (very) soft fold crease, otherwise in nice condition. See photos for details.