Texas, By David H. Burr. Published by J.H. Colton & Co. New-York. 1835 Engraved by S. Stiles & Co. N. York. Entered ... 1833, by J.H. Colton & Co. ... New York. (inset) Plan of the Port of Galveston, Made by order of the Mexican Government, By Alexander Thompson, Of the Mexican Navy, in 1828.
List No
5024.001
Note
This is the third edition of this scarce and important map of Texas. The first edition was issued in 1833 and the second edition in 1834. Streeter also lists an 1845 edition with the title changed to "The State of Texas." This copy was Streeter's copy with his notes on the inside front cover. The brown cloth covers 13.5x8 have "Burr's Map Of The State of Coha. & Texas Published By J.H. Colton & Co. New York" stamped in gilt. Full color. Streeter refers to this map as "the first large scale map of Texas... to show all of Texas to the Arkansas River" and states that "The Burr map, like the Austin Map, is one of the landmarks of Texas cartography..." The detail on the land grants is the best for its time. The 1833 issue shows a smaller Texas extending west to the 103rd meridian, whereas the 1834 and 1835 issues show a much expanded Texas extending west to about the 106th meridian and north to the Arkansas River. There is an inset map of Galveston Bay that Streeter refers to in his penciled notes on the inside cover as "1st detailed printed chart of Galveston Bay?" Above the inset map is a table of Distances. Yale has an 1835 edition that was issued earlier in the year than this copy - it does not show Milan's Grant in place of Beal's Grant and it does not list the four new towns that appear on our 1835 edition: Columbia, Electa, Mina and Augusta. Taliaferro 247 (illustrated) appears to be the same as Yale's copy.
Bradley, Abraham Junior
Cover: United States.
1812
Case Map
Authors
Bradley, Abraham Junior
Full Title
(Covers to)Map of the United States, Exhibiting the Post-Roads, the situations, connexions and distances of the Post-Offices, Stage Roads, Counties & Principal Rivers By Abraham Bradley Junr. Entered ... 2nd day of June1804, by Abraham Bradley Junr. of the District of Columbia. (inset) Map Of North America.
List No
2929A
Bradley, Abraham Junior
Map of the United States.
1812
Case Map
Authors
Bradley, Abraham Junior
Full Title
Map of the United States, Exhibiting the Post-Roads, the situations, connexions and distances of the Post-Offices, Stage Roads, Counties & Principal Rivers By Abraham Bradley Junr. Entered ... 2nd day of June1804, by Abraham Bradley Junr. of the District of Columbia. (inset) Map Of North America. (1812)
List No
2929.001
Note
4th edition, corrected to 1812, but dated 1804. This map was originally issued in 1804. This copy is dated 1804 but is corrected for political and topographical changes to 1812. It shows Louisiana and Missouri Territory, both of which were established in 1812. There has been extensive redrawing of the Mississippi River from the junction of the Ohio north to the Wyaconda River (probably due to the public surveys in southern Illinois, evidenced by the appearance of Township and Range lines there). Numerous other changes from the 1804 edition have been made throughout the map adding new counties, towns, roads, and changed physical features, primarily in the mid and western portions. So far I have been able to identify 1804, 1806, 1809, and 1812 editions, but it is likely that other editions will be discovered. The dates are estimates based on the political changes on the maps - all editions are dated 1804 on the title. Since it was a postal map and needed to be current as to towns, road and counties, it is probable that the map was updated every few years, until a new plate was made in 1819 by Harrison (Karpinski 59, Karrow 1-1466). The 1796 edition of this map (a different engraving) was changed four times in as many years (Wheat & Brun 127-130). The 1819 edition became the official post office map in 1825, used until 1829 (Ristow). All of the 1804 to 1812 editions were originally engraved by Francis Shallus of Philadelphia. With outline color. This copy in original condition, dissected into 32 sections and mounted on linen, in original quarter leather marbled covers 27x20 with ties (remnants now) and title "Bradley's U. States" stamped in gild on the spine.
Gallatin, Albert
Title Page: Synopsis of the
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1836
Exploration Book
Authors
Gallatin, Albert
Full Title
(Title Page to) A Synopsis of the Indian Tribes Within the United States East of the Rocky Mountains, and in the British and Russian Possessions in North America. By the Hon. Albert Gallatin. (In: Archaeologia Americana. Transactions and Collections of the American Antiquarian Society. Vol II. Cambridge: Printed For The Society, At The University Press. 1836).
List No
3388A
Note
The map, in addition to its abundant information regarding the Indian Tribes, shows Jedediah Smith's route of 1827 across the Great Basin, one of the earliest American maps to do so. See the later version of this map published in 1848 (our #3609).
Gallatin, Albert
Map of the Indian Tribes of
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1836
Exploration Book
Authors
Gallatin, Albert
Full Title
Map of the Indian Tribes of North America about 1600 A.D. along the Atlantic, & about 1800 A.D. westwardly. Published by the Amer: Antiq: Soc: From a drawing by Hon: A. Gallatin.
List No
3388.001
Note
Map in color by tribe. Map extends from Alaska and Baffin's Bay in the north to Florida in the south. Accompanied by a color-coded key.
Darton, William
Cover: New map of America.
1814
Puzzle
Authors
Darton, William
Full Title
(Covers to) A New Map of America, Dissected for the Instruction of Youth in Geography. (with) North America, from the Latest Authorities. Engraved by Willm. Darton. No. 58, Holborn Hill. Published Jany. 26, 1814 by Willm. Darton, London.
List No
3407A
Darton, William
North America.
1814
Puzzle
Authors
Darton, William
Full Title
North America, from the Latest Authorities. Engraved by Willm. Darton. No. 58, Holborn Hill. Published Jany. 26, 1814 by Willm. Darton, London.
List No
3407.001
Note
Very early map puzzle. The map is from Darton's Union Atlas (see our copy, #4767). Map has some color and has obviously faded with some small sections missing from a few pieces.
Colles, Christopher
Title Page: Survey of the ro
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1789
Guide Book
Authors
Colles, Christopher
Full Title
(Title Page to) A Survey of the Roads of the United States of America by Christopher Colles. 1789. C. Tiebout, Sculpt.
List No
2467B
Note
This is the first American "road book" and shows great detail in a series of strip maps of various routes around the middle Atlantic states. See the last image in this series for a key map showing the areas depicted by the maps. This set has 66 of 83 published maps. Rare - Ristow estimates only 30-35 copies extant. See Ristow's reproduction edition of this book for a complete discussion of Colles. With the volume are nine unbound maps from the set: 23, 24, 25, 33, 40, 41, 42, 44, and 45. Maps have been rebound in hardbound green leather covers with Colles's Roads in gilt on spine. Original blue paper covers bound at the back with title label "Colles's Survey of the Roads."
Colles, Christopher
From Albany to Newborough (2
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1789
Guide Book
Authors
Colles, Christopher
Full Title
From Albany to Newborough (29).
List No
2467.029
Note
Without color.
Colles, Christopher
From New York to Philadelphi
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1789
Guide Book
Authors
Colles, Christopher
Full Title
From New York to Philadelphia. (47)
List No
2467.043
Note
Without color.
Colles, Christopher
From New York to Philadelphi
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1789
Guide Book
Authors
Colles, Christopher
Full Title
From New York to Philadelphia. (50)
List No
2467.047
Note
Without color.
Colles, Christopher
From Philadelphia to Annapol
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1789
Guide Book
Authors
Colles, Christopher
Full Title
From Philadelphia to Annapolis Maryld. (55)
List No
2467.052
Note
Without color.
Colles, Christopher
Cover: Survey, roads, United
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1789
Guide Book
Authors
Colles, Christopher
Full Title
(Covers to) A Survey of the Roads of the United States of America by Christopher Colles. 1789. C. Tiebout, Sculpt.
List No
2467A
Note
Covers from the original survey books. Heavy blue paper with "Colles's Survey of the Roads." affixed to the front cover.
Colles, Christopher
Text Page: A survey of the r
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1789
Guide Book
Authors
Colles, Christopher
Full Title
(Text Page to) A Survey of the Roads of the United States of America by Christopher Colles. 1789. C. Tiebout, Sculpt.
List No
2467C
Note
Page entitled, "Proposals for Publishing a Survey of the Roads of the United States of America." Proposal lays out the condition of printing, for example the use of copper plate and the correct scale. Cost to subscribers listed, which differs for subscribers and nonsubscribers.
Anonymous
United States.
1821
Manuscript Map, Separate Map
Authors
Anonymous
Full Title
United States.
List No
5442.000
Note
Outline color hand drawn map by a young student. A silk blue border has been sown onto map with silk hooks for hanging. Date estimated from geography of the west.
Adams, George H. & Son
Cover: Colorado.
1887
Pocket Map
Authors
Adams, George H. & Son
Full Title
(Covers to) Geo. H. Adams & Son Colorado. Copyright 1884, By Geo. H. Adams & Son, New York.
List No
4428A
Beck, Lewis C.
Title Page: Gazetteer of the
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1823
Gazetteer Book
Authors
Beck, Lewis C.
Full Title
(Title Page to) A Gazetteer of The States of Illinois and Missouri ... With A Map, and Other Engravings. By Lewis C. Beck, A.M. ... Albany: Printed by Charles R. and George Webster ... 1823. (with) Map of the States of Illinois & Missouri by Lewis C. Beck A.M.
List No
4071A
Beck, Lewis C.
Map of the States of Illinoi
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1823
Gazetteer Book
Authors
Beck, Lewis C.
Full Title
Map of the States of Illinois & Missouri by Lewis C. Beck, A.M. Balch, Rawdon & Co. Sc.
List No
4071.001
Note
Map without color showing sections throughout both states.
Beck, Lewis C.
Plan of St. Louis.
1823
Gazetteer Book
Authors
Beck, Lewis C.
Full Title
Plan of St. Louis, Including the late Additions. Engraved for Beck's Gazetteer 1822.
List No
4071.002
Note
Map without color. "Ancient works" including a falling garden and mounds are shown at the right. Other items noted include churches, ports, the jail, the market and the fortification that snakes through the city.
Burr, David H., 1803-1875
Map of the United States Of
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1839
National Atlas
Authors
Burr, David H., 1803-1875
Full Title
Map of the United States Of North America With parts of the Adjacent Countries, By David H. Burr. (Late Topographer to the Post Office.) Geographer to the House of Representatives of the U.S. John Arrowsmith. Entered ... July 10th, 1839, by David H. Burr ... District of Columbia.
List No
0104.001
Note
This is the "Map of the United States of North America..." from Burr's American Atlas which consists of 13 separate sheets dissected & mounted on linen. In full color by state, country, or region. In 8 sections mounted on linen. Label on back states "No. 1. United States."
Bradford, Thomas G.
Contents: Illustrated atlas
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1838
National Atlas
Authors
Bradford, Thomas G.
Full Title
(Contents to) An Illustrated Atlas, Geographical, Statistical, And Historical, Of The United States And The Adjacent Countries. By T.G. Bradford. Boston: Weeks, Jordan, And Company. New York: Wiley And Putnam. (on verso) Entered ... 1838, by Thomas G. Bradford ... Massachusetts. Cambridge: Stereotyped And Printed By Folsom, Wells, And Thurston, Printers To The University.
List No
0089D
Finley, Anthony
Map of North America Includi
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1826
National Atlas
Authors
Finley, Anthony
Full Title
Map of North America Including All The Recent Geographical Discoveries. 1826. Drawn by D.H. Vance. Engraved by J.H. Young. Published by A. Finley Philada. 1826.
List No
0278.001
Note
In full color by country or possession. Inset list of population numbers for each division.
Finley, Anthony
Map of the United States.
1826
National Atlas
Authors
Finley, Anthony
Full Title
Map of The United States Constructed From the latest Authorities. 1825. Copyright Secured. J.H. Young Sc. Published by A. Finley Philada.
List No
0278.002
Note
In full color by state or territory. The information west of the Mississippi attributed to Major S.H. Long. Inset statistical table details square mileage and population by states and territories. Each capital is given along with a population breakdown by prinicipal city and town.
Finley, Anthony
Map Of The State Of New York
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1826
National Atlas
Authors
Finley, Anthony
Full Title
Map Of The State Of New York. Published by A. Finley Philada. 1825. Engraved by J.H. Young. Copy right secured according to law.
List No
0278.005
Note
Counties in full color. Inset chart showing "Profile of the Levels of the Grand Erie Canal" from Lake Erie to the Hudson River in Albany. Statistical table includes population figures for counties and towns. Area in square miles and distances from Albany included.
Finley, Anthony
Map of the States Of Ohio In
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1826
National Atlas
Authors
Finley, Anthony
Full Title
Map of the States Of Ohio Indiana & Illinois And Part Of Michigan Territory Compiled from the Latest Authorities. D.H. Vance Del. J.H. Young Sc. Philada. Published by A. Finley 1825.
List No
0278.011
Note
In full color by county or region of the state. Statistical information includes mileage, population broken down by White Males, White Females, Free People of Colour, Slaves and Militia.
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