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Map of Wisconsin showing the population of the state by counties -- Census of 1885

Map

This map of Wisconsin outlines each county and shows the population number of each, ranging from 425 in Forest County to 187,660 in Milwaukee County. Below the title states, "Total population -- 1,563,413."

Date Created:
circa 1885

Publication Information

Date Created circa 1885
Language English

Physical Description

Format Map
Extent 1 map
Dimensions 45 x 40 cm

Collection Information

Digital Collection Maps and Atlases
Call Number H GX902 1885 P

Copyright Information

Copyright Status NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES
Rights Holder Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W014242
Legacy ID
WHi 91426

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