Road Map of New York in Soconyland 1926
New York’s road network during the Roaring 20’s.
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Description
This detailed road map of New York state was created and published by General Drafting Company, Inc. on behalf of the Standard Oil Company of New York (Socony) in 1926. Socony (today’s Mobil Corporation) was established in 1911 as one of the 34 smaller companies created by the dissolution of Standard Oil due to its monopolistic practices in the industry.
Primary, first, and second-class roads are highlighted in solid and hollow orange lines, respectively, while other transportation routes are noted according to the legend in the lower center. Distances between points are noted, providing a useful aid for travelers.
Inset maps on the recto and verso show Long Island, New York City, Rochester, Syracuse, Buffalo, Albany, Troy, and Utica. ‘Common Sense Rules of the Road’ and a comprehensive index of towns and cities are also provided on the verso.
Map Details
Publication Date: 1926
Author: General Drafting Company, Inc.
Sheet Width (in): 27.8
Sheet Height (in): 21.7
Condition: A-
Condition Description: Creasing along originally issued fold lines and some minor wear and soiling visible in the outer margins of the sheet. Very good overall.
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