Relates the history of the Changwat during the 100 years of its existence. Gives life story of Governor Thao Mahachai, founder of Maha Sarakham City, and the story of Wat Mahachai, established by him in 1865. Reports on activities and progress of the Changwat from 1963 to 1966, covering the Departments of Administration, Public Prosecution, Provincial Police, Community Development Land, Military conscription, Finance, Revenue, and Excise. Deals with Departments of Economic Affairs, Forestry, Rice, Agriculture, Cooperatives, Veterinary Medicine, Sanitation, Transportation, Corrections, Education, and the Maha Sarakham Hospital. Mentions work of the National Statistical Office in the development of the Northeast. [TAIC]