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1893 Map of Yarmouth, 1932 Print
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1893 Map of Yarmouth

USGS Topo · Published 1932

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Yarmouth and its neighboring villages on the mid-Cape are captured here in a late nineteenth-century survey, before modern development reshaped the coastline. The Old Colony Railroad Cape Cod Branch serves as the primary artery for the region, with several stations facilitating transport between South Dennis and Harwich. This era shows a landscape defined by its numerous glacial water bodies, such as Long Pond and Mill Ponds, which were vital to the local economy and early tourism. The shoreline remains intricate and undeveloped, featuring landmarks like Nobscusset Pt. on Cape Cod Bay and the isolated Monomoy Island to the south. Small inland clusters around the Town House in Yarmouth and Dennis indicate the established civic centers of these seafaring communities. The detailed topography by E.B. Clark highlights prominent elevations such as Scargo Hill and German's Hill, offering a clear view of the heights that guided early mariners.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1893
Date Published1932
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:62,500
Physical Dimensions15.2 x 19.8 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain