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1939 Map of Worcester North
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1939 Map of Worcester North

USGS Topo · Published 1939

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Worcester stands as a dense urban and industrial hub in the late 1930s, its growth anchored by the Boston and Maine Railroad and the Boston and Albany Railroad. The city is notable for its concentration of institutional landmarks, ranging from medical facilities like Worcester State Hospital and Belmont Hospital to academic centers including Assumption College and Clark University. The northern landscape transitions into a more hydraulic-focused environment, defined by the expansive Wachusett Reservoir and several water bodies such as Indian Lake and Chaffin Pond. This era reflects a highly developed transportation and utility network, where old settlements like Holden Center and Morningdale are integrated with modern infrastructure, including the aviation grounds at Logan Field and a series of municipal parks like Green Hill Park and Elm Park.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1939
Date Published1939
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:31,680
Physical Dimensions16.61 x 19.98 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain