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Items with subject 'Maps'
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29th Infantry Cartoon Map Collection
by Unknown (1944)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
This collection contains two poster-size map illustrations of the Normandy Theater during World War II, and the French-Belgian Theater of late 1944. The collection also includes one copy of the June 3rd, 1944 edition of the Parris Island Boot.
Alvin and Dorothy Piegols Papers
by Piegols, Alvin; Piegols, Dorothy (1939 – 1947)
2 boxes, 2 oversize folders (0.75 linear feet)
The Alvin and Dorothy Piegols papers document the experiences of Alvin Piegols as he served in the Army during World War II and of his fiancée, Dorothy Cannon, who was studying to be a nurse at the University of Michigan School of Nursing. The materials date between 1939 and 1947. Items in the collection include "the Scalpel" yearbook, correspondence between Dorothy and Alvin, newspapers, photographs from Alvin's tour in Europe, postcards of German towns, programs and pamphlets, publications about Alvin's battalion, the Thunderbolts, and artifacts such as Alvin's military patches, German pins, a Nazi flag, and a wooden crucifix.
Anne Morris Clay papers
by Clay, Anne Morris (1886 – 1997)
1 carton, 1 box (1.5 linear feet)
The papers of Anne Morris Clay document her occupation as a land records researcher in the Maryland counties of Wicomico and Worcester. The materials date from 1886-1997 with a bulk of materials dating from 1980-1997. Materials include correspondence and research material regarding Cherie Cozin's Purnell property off Shore Side Road in Dames Quarter as well as June Petit's Simpleton property and correspondence with Dave Nutter pertaining to the property Nutter’s Neck. Materials also include transcriptions of the 1759-1865 land documents, 17th-century certificates of land patent, 18th-century deeds, 19th century Acworth Plat, and deeds for Nutter’s Neck. In addition, there are research materials on Sampson Burbage (1818-1881) and his properties in Powellsville. Also, there are property research records regarding William Hull's Muddy Hole Road and Tyaskin properties and a biography of Milford W. Twilley. A portion of the materials belonged to Ruth Harcum’s father, Benjamin Franklin Kennerly, Jr. who was the mayor of Salisbury from 1912-1914. Also included are books from the Morris, Kennerly, and Harcum families. Additional items include postcards with personal correspondence to Mr. and Mrs. Harry L. Harcum and other family members dating to the early twentieth century. Histories of Wicomico County and ephemera pertaining to the Sesqui-bi-centennial can also be found in this collection. Wicomico County specific improvement plans including the Chesapeake Bay Critical Area Program and the Salisbury Metro Core Comprehensive Plan have also been incorporated into this collection. This collection also includes a unique collection of sexual education booklets and Victorian-era autograph albums.
Atlantic Oceans Estate History
by The Sinepuxent Beach Company (1891 – 1927)
7 folders (0.07 linear feet)
This collection contains numerous leases, deeds, conveyances, audits, and property maps of various Ocean and Coastal businesses and homes in Worcester and Somerset Counties from 1891-1927. Frequently named businesses and owners mentioned are The Sinepuxent Beach Company of Baltimore City, John F. Waggaman, The Ocean City Development Co., Frank P. Phelps, Clarence C. Kilby, William B. S. Powell, and the Interstate Realty Company.
Atlas of the American Revolution
by Department of the Navy (1972)
1 oversize folder (2.5 linear feet)
Atlas of the American Revolution, published by the Naval History Division of the Department of the Navy in 1972 documents the 18th Century maps and charts which would have been utilized during the American Revolutionary War.
Atlas of the State of Delaware
by Beers, D.G. (1868)
1 oversize folder (1.5 linear feet)
The Atlas of the State of Delaware was produced from actual surveys by and under the direction of D.G. Beers, published by Pomeroy & Beers, 320 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 1868. Featured throughout the Atlas, are maps of towns and regions notating landowners, rivers, borders, and transportation lines.
Atlas of Wicomico, Somerset and Worcester Counties
by Unknown (1877)
1 oversize folder (1.5 linear feet)
Original issue of the 1877 Atlas of Wicomico, Somerset and Worcester Counties, compiled, drawn and published from actual surveys by Lake, Griffing and Stevenson, Philadelphia, Pa. Printed pages within the atlas contains population statistics, a table of geographic distances, and tinted maps noting land owners, rivers, and roads.
Burma (Myanmar) and China maps
by United States Air Force (1944)
1 oversize folder (2 linear feet)
Series of color topographic maps documenting the Myitkyina District of Burma (Myanmar) and the Yunnan Province of China, 1944. The maps were created by the 653rd Engineer Brigade of the United States Air Force.
Delaware Civil War Regiment collection
by Unknown (2000s)
1 folder (0.01 linear feet)
The Delaware Civil War Regiment collection contains a CD and a printed overview about the Delaware Regiment during the Civil War. The CD includes information on the Delaware Volunteer Regiments during the Civil War in the form of newspapers, battle maps, and essays on the Second Delaware Volunteers.
Eastern Shore Brochure and Pamphlet Collection
by Unknown (1609 – 2010)
9 boxes (9 linear feet)
This Collection consists of Brochures and Booklets primarily pertaining to the Eastern Shore. Overall its central focus is Maryland/Delmarva. The Date Range of the Collection is 1609-2010.
George White Collection
by White, George (1730 – 2007)
2 boxes, 11 oversize folders ( linear feet)
The George White Collection consists of a series of ephemera, files, and documents from Salisbury, Maryland businesses and people collected pertaining to Salisbury, Maryland during White’s former position as president of the Wicomico Historical Society.
Hammett's Planisphere Celestial Map
by J.L. Hammett Company (circa 1900)
1 folder (0.1 linear feet)
This ornate celestial map was created as an educational supply by the J.L. Hammett Company of Boston, Massachusetts and depicts the "principal stars visible for every hour in the year." Directions for use and finding the principal constellations are printed on the verso.