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Map of the Chain-O'-Lakes, Waupaca, Wisconsin : a guide for those who, loving beauteous nature, would seek recreation in her fairest haunts

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This 1896 map of the Chain-O-Lakes region of Waupaca County, Wisconsin, shows the lakes and streams, some topography, archaeological sites (including village sites, graves, pits, and mounds), roads, railroads, trails, property owners, businesses, the city of Waupaca, and points of interest in the area. Directories of property owners, the city of Waupaca, and residents of the Wisconsin Veterans Home at King are provided and the route of the Waupaca Electric Railway is highlighted in red.

Date Created:
1898
Creator:
Benedict, F. M. (cartographer)

Publication Information

Creator Benedict, F. M. (cartographer)
Publisher [Waupaca, Wis.], F.M. Benedict
Date Created 1898
Language English

Physical Description

Format Map
Extent 1 map
Dimensions 46 x 73 cm
Scale [circa 1:47,000]

Collection Information

Digital Collection Maps and Atlases
Call Number D GX9028 C43 1896 B
Catalog Record https://search.library.wisc.edu/catalog/9910082927902121

Copyright Information

Copyright Status NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES
Rights Holder Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W0142D5
Legacy ID
WHi 98205

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