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About the Item
Presented is an antique Chicago and Northwestern Railway map from 1919. This small map is from The Gazetteer of American Railroads section of Collier’s New World Atlas and Gazetteer. The atlas was published by P. F. Collier
Son, in New York. The map extends from Chicago and Milwalkee in the east, across the west to Bellingham and Seattle in the northwest and San Francisco in the southwest. Criss-crossing across the vast area are the prominent railway routes of the time. The focus is mostly on the Chicago and North Western Railway routes, and the other smaller connecting lines in the midwest. However, the Northern Pacific and Southern Pacific lines are also shown. Although no state borders are printed on the map, cities and towns that are key railroad hubs are listed. Major lakes, including Lake Superior, Lake Michigan, Lake of the Woods, Great Salt Lake, and Goose Lake, are drawn on the map. Yellowstone National Park and Yosemite National Park are also outlined and identified.
The Chicago and North Western Railway played a vital role in the expansion of the American Midwest. Chartered on June 7, 1859, through the merger of several small railroads in Illinois and Wisconsin, it was initially led by William B. Ogden, Chicago’s first mayor. Under the leadership of Marvin Hughitt from 1872 to 1910, the network expanded rapidly from about 1,400 to nearly 10,000 miles of track, primarily serving Illinois, Wisconsin, Iowa, and Minnesota. By the early 20th century, the railway had become a major transportation artery, connecting Chicago with agricultural and industrial hubs across the upper Midwest.
From 1910 to 1920, the railway played a crucial role in supporting industrial growth, transporting grain, livestock, and manufactured goods while driving labor migration and urban development. Its importance grew further during World War I, when the U.S. government temporarily nationalized railroads under the United States Railroad Administration in 1917. Their trains helped move troops, equipment, and supplies across the country. After returning to private control in 1920, the railroad emerged stronger and more efficient.
CONDITION:
Small map. Paper is healthy, save light stains in the margins. The original atlas page number, "261," and “Gazetteer of American Railroads" printed in top margin. Printed with black ink, no color.
Archivally framed with an acid-free mat, UV glass, and custom-built wooden frame.
Framed Dimensions: 10 1/8" H x 14 3/8" W x 5/8" D.
Accompanied by our company's letter of authenticity.
- Dimensions:Height: 10.13 in (25.74 cm)Width: 14.38 in (36.53 cm)Depth: 0.63 in (1.61 cm)
- Style:Art Deco (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:1910-1919
- Date of Manufacture:1919
- Condition:Additions or alterations made to the original: Framed to archival and conservation standards by Artem Art Services in Colorado Springs, CO in July of 2025. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading.
- Seller Location:Colorado Springs, CO
- Reference Number:Seller: M3731stDibs: LU909746601282
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