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1893 Map of Franklin, 1914 Print
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1893 Map of Franklin

USGS Topo · Published 1914

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The Charles River winds through this industrial and agricultural landscape of Norfolk County at the close of the nineteenth century, serving as a primary corridor for the region's development. This survey reveals a dense network of rail lines that fueled local commerce, including the Midland Div. and the Franklin Branch, which connected bustling manufacturing centers like Franklin and Medway to the larger Boston markets. The presence of specialized industrial settlements such as City Mills and Unionville highlights the era's reliance on water power, with numerous reservoirs and ponds like Whiting Pond and the Neponset Reservoir managed for mill use.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1893
Date Published1914
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:62,500
Physical Dimensions15.8 x 19.8 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain