Description
US Geological Survey
JW Powell
Director
Henry Gannett Chief Geographer
Marcus Baker Geographer in Charge
Topography by EB Clark
Edition of Sept 1893, reprinted Mar. 1898
'The 1898 edition of the U.S.G.S. Survey Map of Gay Head, Martha's Vineyard covers the Western part of the island including Gay Head and Chilmark. Also covers parts of Buzzard Bay and the Elizabeth Islands of Cuttyhunk, Nashawena, Pasque, and Naushon. Identifies topographical features such as Squibnocket Beach, Prospect Hill, the Nashaquitsa Cliffs, Stone Wall Beach, Peaked Hill, the Tiasquam River, and others. Notes the various roads traversing the region. Names the Gay Head Lighthouse, the Tarpaulin Cove Lighthouse, and the Cuttyhunk Lighthouse.'
On the other side is a Description of the Topographic Map of the United States
Measures about 18 x 21", folded
Has a 5" tear to top left corner, some edge teras, generally chipping all around it
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