1909 Map of Frederick

About this map

The city of Frederick stands as a central hub in the early twentieth century, where a dense network of turnpikes and railroads converges along the Monocacy River. This landscape reflects a mature agricultural and early industrial economy, with the Northern Central RR and B and O RR carving paths through the Piedmont hills. Noteworthy local landmarks include the Montevue Almshouse northwest of the city and the Chestnut Grove Sch near Libertytown. To the west, the steep rise of Catoctin Mountain and High Knob provides a sharp topographic contrast to the fertile valleys. In the southern portion, the iconic Sugarloaf Mtn dominates the terrain near the Frederick and Montgomery County line. The map captures an era of river crossings and small mill communities, tracing the winding courses of Linganore Creek and Bush Creek as they feed the primary river system.