Map of Greater New Orleans Louisiana
New Orleans in 1934 – a battleground between Huey Long and local political interests.
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Description
This spectacularly detailed city plan of New Orleans, Louisiana was created and published locally by William E. Boesch in 1934. Delicate labels identify a wealth of information about ‘La Vieux Carre’ in the midst of the Great Depression – noting transportation options, major landowners, prominent businesses, schools, recreational opportunities, military installations, and much more. Numerous industries are shown along the banks of the Mississippi River, reflecting the city’s primary avenue for economic development.
The map is affixed to a guidebook of the city that provides a street index, a map of the commercial district, and lists of places of interest. Also included is a separately printed ‘Map of the Business District of New Orleans’ (also by Boesch) that labels over fifty different locations in the downtown area.
Map Details
Publication Date: 1934
Author: William E. Boesch
Sheet Width (in): 34
Sheet Height (in): 21.75
Condition: A-
Condition Description: Pocket map folded into 24 segments and affixed to original yellow paper wraps. Covers show light wear and some rust along the staples, which bind an 18 pp. guide to the city. The map shows some wrinkling and creasing along fold lines, and one or two small holes at fold intersections. Includes a separate map of downtown New Orleans. Very good overall.
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