Map collection, 1868-1956, 1901-1929 (bulk)

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Map collection, 1868-1956, 1901-1929 (bulk)

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Printed maps illustrating variety of topics including Rogers' map of New York City, 1868; Prospect Park, 1921; geological maps of Connecticut, 1946, 1956; maps of Canada indicating natural resources, transportation, and trade routes, 1921; topographical maps of the northeast United States. Specialized maps include mineral spring resorts of the United States, 1892; and Bell Telephone System lines, n.d. Also several United States Geological Survey atlases of the Northeast United States, 1901-1910; and U. S. Dept. of Agriculture kelp maps, 1913.

1.6 cubic ft.

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United States. Department of Agriculture

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American Telephone and Telegraph Company.

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Brooklyn Botanic Garden.

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