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Farmer's 4th sheet, or Map of Wisconsin, Iowa and Northern Part of Illinois
Map
Wisconsin became the thirtieth state in 1848. Drawn that same year, this map shows township lines, roads, villages, mills, railroads, prairies, swamps, canals, geological lines, county seats, lighthouses, rivers, and Indian reservations. It covers eastern Iowa, southern and eastern Wisconsin, northern Illinois, and small parts of Michigan and Indiana.
1848
Farmer, John, 1798-1859 (cartographer)
Publication Information
| Creator | Farmer, John, 1798-1859 (cartographer) |
|---|---|
| Publisher | Detroit, Mich., John Farmer |
| Date Created | 1848 |
| Language | English |
Physical Description
| Format | Map |
|---|---|
| Extent | 1 map |
| Dimensions | 64 x 54 cm, on sheet 66 x 56 cm |
| Scale | [circa 1:793,649] |
Collection Information
| Digital Collection | Maps and Atlases |
|---|---|
| Call Number | D GX902 1848 F |
| Catalog Record | https://search.library.wisc.edu/catalog/9910100938002121 |
Copyright Information
| Copyright Status | NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES |
|---|---|
| Rights Holder | Wisconsin Historical Society |
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