Over the last 20 years Curt Dalton has spent numerous hours researching the wonderful history of Dayton. Although much of the material has ended up in various books he has written, there are other tales he hasn't yet shared - until now. Inside you'll learn: Dayton's Hobo Epidemic of 1874 History of Downtown Dayton Day The Five & Dime Row of Main Street Rivalry between firemen causes death Last train to chug down Dayton streets Song about a Dayton murder still sung today Efforts to stop "shimmy" music at Island Park Philip Zenni, survivor of the sinking of the Titanic The dog who smoked a pipe, played cards and did math Dozens of stories that are amazing - yet true