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This colored road map shows automobile roads in Wisconsin as well as portions of nearby states. A map key indicates relative sizes of cities and towns. On the right side of the map is a "Motels, Hotels, and Restaurants Directory," featuring a selection of same by city name. There are various advertisements around the map, such as "Discover Dells Country," ads for Standard Oil, and "Tempo Tips" for drivers. On the back side of the map are detailed maps of Green Bay, Madison, Racine, Duluth- Superior, Kenosha, and Milwaukee. On the left side are photos and descriptions of "Featured Points of Interest" and "Historical Points of Interest" in Wisconsin. On the right side is a map key indicating road classifications and symbols for other map features. Below this is a detailed Index of cities and towns, showing map location and population for each. At the bottom of the map is a mileage chart, and a "Recreational Areas" chart outlining amenities at various state and county parks and forests. Below this are various commercial advertisements plus promotions from Standard Oil Company.

Date Created:
1966
Creator:
Standard Oil Company

Publication Information

Creator Standard Oil Company
Date Created 1966

Physical Description

Format Map
Dimensions 46 x 65 cm

Collection Information

Call Number Road Maps, Box 14

Copyright Information

Copyright Status COPYRIGHT NOT EVALUATED
Unique ID
W0142ZV
Legacy ID
WHi 127877

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