Street Map of Phoenix and Vicinity
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“Your Key to Phoenix and the Valley of the Sun” – Compliments of the Central Arizona Light and Power Company
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Description
This detailed post war street plan of Phoenix was compiled by William DeMerse and published locally by the Central Arizona Light and Power Company in 1946. A corresponding index at the top of the page allows the audience to easily find each route. The verso presents a diagrammatic overview, drawn by William McKay, of the numerous transportation options available for the city and surrounding area.
The fold-out map was issued as part of a promotional booklet welcoming guests (and potential new residents) to Phoenix. It’s nearly fifty pages contain a wealth of information about ‘The Valley of the Sun’, aimed at vacationers, farmers, motorists, health-seekers, veterans, outdoorsmen, scholars, entrepreneurs, and more. After the economic injection offered by military-related industry during WWII, Phoenix enjoyed a post war population boom fueled by young veterans seeking opportunity.
Map Details
Publication Date: 1946
Author: William Mathew Demerse and William McKay
Sheet Width (in): 16.75
Sheet Height (in): 28.00
Condition: B+
Condition Description: Double-sided fold out map extracted from a booklet. Minor wear along folds and some adhesive in the lower corner, where formerly bound. The 48 pp. pamphlet is present, but shows moderate wear and tattered covers. Good condition overall.
$145.00
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