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1893 Map of Wellfleet, 1918 Print
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1893 Map of Wellfleet

USGS Topo · Published 1918

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Billingsgate Island and its prominent Billingsgate Light stand as a focal point in this late-19th-century coastal survey, illustrating a landscape defined by maritime safety and seasonal religious gatherings. The interior is dotted with numerous kettle ponds, such as Gull Pond and Horse Leech Pond, while the eastern shore is guarded by a string of rescue facilities including the Nauset Beach Life Saving Station and the Cahoon Hollow Life Saving Station. The Cape Cod Division Old Colony Railroad provides the primary terrestrial artery, linking settlements like South Wellfleet and Eastham Centre. Of particular interest to local historians is the Methodist Camp Ground near North Eastham, reflecting the cultural importance of camp meetings during this era. Along the harbor, Mayo's Beach Light and the Commercial Wharf indicate the active fishing and shipping economy of Wellfleet before modern infrastructure altered these traditional waterfronts.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1893
Date Published1918
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:62,500
Physical Dimensions15.7 x 19.9 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain