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1893 Map of Abington, 1898 Print
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1893 Map of Abington

USGS Topo · Published 1898

About this map

The Old Colony Railroad network dominates the South Shore landscape in this late nineteenth-century survey, revealing a region defined by its rail connections and tidal geography. From the industrial Iron Works in the south to the bustling maritime activity at Weymouth Landing and Old Spain, the map documents the dense transition from coastal harbor towns to inland manufacturing hubs. The intricate drainage of the Weymouth Back River and Weymouth Fore River highlights the natural barriers that shaped local development, while numerous local stations like Old Colony House Station and Elmwood Station point to the commuter and freight economy of the era.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1893
Date Published1898
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:62,500
Physical Dimensions16.6 x 19.6 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain