Map of Greater New York, Showing Route of Subway
New York: J. Willis Fretz Cmpany, 1904.
Map. Sheet measures 5 1/8" x 14 1/2". With accompanying booklet "The Opening of the Rapid Transit Subway", 33 pages, illustrated in black and white, printed wrappers. New York: J Willis Fretz Company, 1904. In very good condition, with minor chips and wear to wrappers.
This scarce map of the New York City subway route was published for the inauguration of the New York City Subway system on October 27, 1904. It appeared in a booklet titled "The Opening of the Rapid Transit Subway," featuring the history of the project from start to finish, its financiers, construction and equipment, costs, schedule and stations, and information on the official opening ceremony. The map depicts the island of Manhattan and the south Bronx, showing major streets, parks, bridges and tunnels. The route of the subway lines are delineated, with stations and tunnels labeled. In very good condition. One tiny closed tear to left margin. Language: English
Price: $350.00
Item #338485