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1900 Map of Calumet
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1900 Map of Calumet

USGS Topo · Published 1900

About this map

Calumet Lake and the Little Calumet River anchor this late 19th-century landscape, which is defined by an incredibly dense web of industrial and passenger rail lines. Major junctions and established rail centers like Blue Island and Harvey demonstrate the rapid urban expansion south of the Chicago city line. This survey provides a remarkable look at the planned industrial town of Pullman, situated just north of the lake, and the neighboring communities of Roseland and Kensington. Along the Illinois Indiana Boundary Line, the development of Hammond and Hegewisch reflects the cross-border industrial growth of the era. Genealogists will find notable landmarks including Mt. Olivet Cemetery, the Glenwood Industrial School, and early churches like Ste. Marie. The southern reaches of the map show the rural character of Thornton and Lansing before they were fully absorbed into the metropolitan sprawl.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1900
Date Published1900
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:62,500
Physical Dimensions15.9 x 19.6 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain