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Collection of Midwestern maps

 Collection
Identifier: MSR 12

Scope and Contents

The Collection of Midwestern Maps (1825-1925; 7 linear feet) documents roads, counties, and geography of Indiana, Ohio, Kentucky, Michigan, and Illinois. It features several pocket maps, including one attached to the inside cover of a small travel booklet. Some maps note territory status of current states, such as Michigan. Not all counties are represented on all maps. One map is written in French.

Dates

  • 1825 - 1925

Creator

Language of Materials

Collection materials are in English.

Access Information

Collection is open for research.

Copyright and Use Information

Some material in this collection are in the public domain, while other material copyrights are held by Purdue University. Consult with Purdue University Archives and Special Collections prior to reproduction of materials.

Extent

0.025 Cubic Feet (One folder)

Additional Description

Arrangement Note

The Maps are organized chronologically.

Physical Access Requirements

Some maps are in fragile condition and extra care must be taken when handling them.

Acquisition Information

Some were transferred from the EAPS library.

Processing Information

All material moved from flat files. Originally moved from map case.  All material returned to folder in flat file drawers (3/2017).

Subjects

Collecting Areas

Related Names

Creator

Finding Aid & Administrative Information

Title
Collection of Midwestern maps
Status
In Progress
Author
Michael Maune
Date
12/03/2013
Description rules
Describing Archives: A Content Standard
Language of description
English
Script of description
Latin
Language of description note
English
Edition statement
Second edition.

Repository Details

Repository Details

Part of the Purdue University Archives and Special Collections Repository

http://www.lib.purdue.edu/spcol
Contact:
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