Plan of Yonkers
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Yonkers shortly after the American Civil War.
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Description
This fascinating street plan offers a detailed overview of Yonkers shortly after the American Civil War. The footprints of buildings are individually outlined, with notable structures labeled. Local industries include a brewery, steam engine works, silk manufacturer, and sugar factory. The extensive grounds of the Otis Elevator Company is shown, but not labeled. Scores of landholders and property owners are named, providing a valuable genealogical reference.
The map was originally issued in 1867 as part of an Atlas of New York and Vicinity, published by F.W. Beers, A.D. Ellis, and C.G. Soule.
Map Details
Publication Date: 1867
Author: F.W. Beers & Co.
Sheet Width (in): 22.25
Sheet Height (in): 33.5
Condition: B+
Condition Description: Creased along fold lines, as issued. Moderate toning and scattered spotting visible across the thin onionskin paper. Good condition overall, with attractive original hand color. Blank on verso.
$125.00
1 in stock