Mystic River & Pond Woburn Massachusetts Pollution Leather Works 1876 map
Brian DiMambroHead Waters of Mystic Pond.
(Old Maps, 19th Century Maps, Americana, United States, New England, Massachusetts, Mystic River, Mystic Pond, Woburn, Thematic mapping- Pollution, Leather Works).
Issued 1876, Boston. Map by A.H. Houghton.
Late 19th century lithographed map with attractive hand color. Key identifies pollution sources, including leather works. A "proposed sewer" line is shown.
Remains a nice looking example with a pleasing age patina. Any age flaws mostly minor and easy to overlook or forgive.
Sheet Measures c. 9 1/4" H x 5 1/2" W.
Printed Area Measures c. 7 1/4" H x 4 1/2" W.
Cartographic Reference(s):
Tooley's Dictionary of Mapmakers, vol. 2.
[R31079].