This county is situated in the southeastern part of the Territory, on the Minnesota State line, and contains
 about 528 square miles, or 337,920 acres. The Big Sioux river passes through the county near the centre,
 and several small streams flow into it within the county. There are a few email lakes in the southwestern
 part Very little natural growth timber is found, but many young trees are being planted by the farmers, and
 already many fine groves are becoming a conspicuous feature.

 Flandreau, the county seat, is situated on the banks of the Big Sioux river, which affords one of the very
 finest water-powers in Southeastern Dakota, and presents a magnificent opening for the establishment of
 productive manufacturing enterprises.