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1894 Map of Providence, 1939 Print
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1894 Map of Providence

USGS Topo · Published 1939

About this map

Industrial textile and paper production centers define the urban corridor from Pawtucket south through East Providence in the late nineteenth century. Large-scale manufacturing plants like the Dunnell Print Works, Sayles Bleachery, and Conant Thread Co anchor the landscape, reflecting the heavy reliance on the Seekonk River and Moshassuck River for both power and processing. The intricate network of the Boston and Providence RR and the Providence and Worcester RR weaves through the city, connecting these industrial hubs to regional markets. Beyond the dense urban core, the map reveals institutional grounds such as the Butler Hospital and the Reform School, alongside smaller outlying settlements like Lanesville and Rehoboth. The topography transitions from the coastal features of Narragansett Bay, marked by Sabin Pt L H, to the inland heights of Neutaconkanut Hill and Bradley Hill.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1894
Date Published1939
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:62,500
Physical Dimensions15.7 x 19.7 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain