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191640724Washington D.C.: Published by the United States Coast and Geodetic Survey 1916. Large folding nautical chart printed on heavy paper stock. Colored. A rare original coastal survey of Florida from Tampa Bay to the Keys including Tampa St. Petersburg Sarasota Fort Myers Naples and of Northern Cuba including Havana.<br/> <br/> Established by President Thomas Jefferson in 1807 as the Survey of the Coast the U.S. Coast and Geodetic Survey was the United States' first civilian scientific agency. This agency has followed its mission to survey the U.S. coastline create nautical charts of the coast and help increase maritime safety since its founding and has often played fascinating roles in significant chapters of U.S. history. It served in all theaters of the Civil War in the service of the Union Army and Navy pioneered acoustic exploration in the wake of the sinking of the Titanic and during WWI it worked to detect enemy submarines. In addition this agency worked to survey and produce detailed maps and renderings of the U.S. coast. These nautical survey maps commonly referred to as "T-sheets" provide fascinating insights into the history of the United States coastline which has and will continue to shift. These maps are the most important data source for understanding the physical and ecological characteristics of the U.S. shoreline. The present map is a highly detailed and accurate sea chart of the Greater Florida Gulf region and an important historical view of a developing Florida. Published by the United States Coast and Geodetic Survey unknown
191640703Washington D.C.: Published by the United States Coast and Geodetic Survey 1916. Large folding nautical chart printed on heavy paper stock. Colored with minor wear. A rare coastal survey of Florida around Daytona including Ormond Beach Daytona Beach Port Orange New Smyrna Beach and Edgewater.<br/> <br/> Established by President Thomas Jefferson in 1807 as the Survey of the Coast the U.S. Coast and Geodetic Survey was the United States' first civilian scientific agency. This agency has followed its mission to survey the U.S. coastline create nautical charts of the coast and help increase maritime safety since its founding and has often played fascinating roles in significant chapters of U.S. history. It served in all theaters of the Civil War in the service of the Union Army and Navy pioneered acoustic exploration in the wake of the sinking of the Titanic and during WWI it worked to detect enemy submarines. In addition this agency worked to survey and produce detailed maps and renderings of the U.S. coast. These nautical survey maps commonly referred to as "T-sheets" provide fascinating insights into the history of the United States coastline which has and will continue to shift. These maps are the most important data source for understanding the physical and ecological characteristics of the U.S. shoreline. The present map is a highly detailed and accurate sea chart of the Daytona area and an important historical view of a developing Florida. Published by the United States Coast and Geodetic Survey unknown
191940690Washington D.C.: Published by the United States Coast and Geodetic Survey 1919. Nautical chart printed on heavy paper stock. Colored with minor wear. A rare coastal survey of Fort Lauderdale Hollywood Miami and Key Biscayne.<br/> <br/> Established by President Thomas Jefferson in 1807 as the Survey of the Coast the U.S. Coast and Geodetic Survey was the United States' first civilian scientific agency. This agency has followed its mission to survey the U.S. coastline create nautical charts of the coast and help increase maritime safety since its founding and has often played fascinating roles in significant chapters of U.S. history. It served in all theaters of the Civil War in the service of the Union Army and Navy pioneered acoustic exploration in the wake of the sinking of the Titanic and during WWI it worked to detect enemy submarines. In addition this agency worked to survey and produce detailed maps and renderings of the U.S. coast. These nautical survey maps commonly referred to as "T-sheets" provide fascinating insights into the history of the United States coastline which has and will continue to shift. These maps are the most important data source for understanding the physical and ecological characteristics of the U.S. shoreline. The present map is a highly detailed and accurate sea chart of the Miami area and an important historical view of a developing Florida. Published by the United States Coast and Geodetic Survey unknown
191640718Washington D.C.: Published by the United States Coast and Geodetic Survey 1916. Large folding nautical chart printed on heavy paper stock. Colored. A rare original coastal survey of the coastline north of Tampa including Tarpon Springs Palm Harbor Hudson and Anclote Keys.<br/> <br/> Established by President Thomas Jefferson in 1807 as the Survey of the Coast the U.S. Coast and Geodetic Survey was the United States' first civilian scientific agency. This agency has followed its mission to survey the U.S. coastline create nautical charts of the coast and help increase maritime safety since its founding and has often played fascinating roles in significant chapters of U.S. history. It served in all theaters of the Civil War in the service of the Union Army and Navy pioneered acoustic exploration in the wake of the sinking of the Titanic and during WWI it worked to detect enemy submarines. In addition this agency worked to survey and produce detailed maps and renderings of the U.S. coast. These nautical survey maps commonly referred to as "T-sheets" provide fascinating insights into the history of the United States coastline which has and will continue to shift. These maps are the most important data source for understanding the physical and ecological characteristics of the U.S. shoreline. The present map is a highly detailed and accurate sea chart of the Tampa region and an important historical view of a developing Florida. Published by the United States Coast and Geodetic Survey unknown
1882678131882. FLORIDA. Illustrated Florida. Buffalo. 1882. Nineteen chromolithographed views. In original illustrated slipcase. Original retail sticker on back cover small previous owner's label to each side. One chromolithograph creased others in excellent condition. A beautiful series of small chromolithographs of vacationing scenes in northern Florida from the early days of its tourist era. Scenes are in and around Jacksonville along the St. John's River Palatka St. Augustine along the Ocklawaha River and generic southern scenes. The Dodge Company of Buffalo made similar portfolios for other vacation spots. unknown
189678662International Engraving and Illustrating Inc 1896. Wraps. Oblong octavo 10" x 8": 32 pp. with photographic illustrations throughout. Bound with staples in the original printed paper wrappers. There is archival tape reinforcement to the front hinge and along the spine. The front panel is soiled and smudged with a chip to the spine heel and a prominent scuff to the rear panel. OCLC locates seven holdings.<br /> <br /> Highlights of this promotional brochure are communities around Orlando that were frequented by tourists escaping cold winters in the Northeast. Among the black-and-white photographs are images of the beaches palmetto groves and hanging moss of Ormond the Plaza Hotel in Rockledge orange groves and rocky coastline at Indian River. There are also pictures of the six-story Royal Poinciana Hotel in Lake Worth present day Palm Beach. Although it once accommodated 2000 guests the hotel fell on hard times following damage from a 1928 hurricane leading to its ultimate closure in 1932. International Engraving and Illustrating Inc unknown
191740733Washington D.C.: Published by the United States Coast and Geodetic Survey 1917. Large folding nautical chart printed on heavy paper stock. Colored. A rare original coastal survey of the south eastern Florida coastline from Boca Raton to Jupiter encompassing Lake Worth West Palm Beach and Delray Beach.<br/> <br/> Established by President Thomas Jefferson in 1807 as the Survey of the Coast the U.S. Coast and Geodetic Survey was the United States' first civilian scientific agency. This agency has followed its mission to survey the U.S. coastline create nautical charts of the coast and help increase maritime safety since its founding and has often played fascinating roles in significant chapters of U.S. history. It served in all theaters of the Civil War in the service of the Union Army and Navy pioneered acoustic exploration in the wake of the sinking of the Titanic and during WWI it worked to detect enemy submarines. In addition this agency worked to survey and produce detailed maps and renderings of the U.S. coast. These nautical survey maps commonly referred to as "T-sheets" provide fascinating insights into the history of the United States coastline which has and will continue to shift. These maps are the most important data source for understanding the physical and ecological characteristics of the U.S. shoreline. The present map is a highly detailed and accurate sea chart of the coast of southeast Florida and an important historical view of the developing state. Published by the United States Coast and Geodetic Survey unknown
192140714Washington D.C.: Published by the United States Coast and Geodetic Survey 1921. Large folding nautical sea chart printed on heavy paper stock. Colored. A rare coastal survey of Florida from Jupiter to Miami bisected into two parts including Jupiter West Palm Beach Boca Raton Pompano Beach Fort Lauderdale Hollywood Miami and Key Biscayne.<br/> <br/> Established by President Thomas Jefferson in 1807 as the Survey of the Coast the U.S. Coast and Geodetic Survey was the United States' first civilian scientific agency. This agency has followed its mission to survey the U.S. coastline create nautical charts of the coast and help increase maritime safety since its founding and has often played fascinating roles in significant chapters of U.S. history. It served in all theaters of the Civil War in the service of the Union Army and Navy pioneered acoustic exploration in the wake of the sinking of the Titanic and during WWI it worked to detect enemy submarines. In addition this agency worked to survey and produce detailed maps and renderings of the U.S. coast. These nautical survey maps commonly referred to as "T-sheets" provide fascinating insights into the history of the United States coastline which has and will continue to shift. These maps are the most important data source for understanding the physical and ecological characteristics of the U.S. shoreline. The present map is a highly detailed and accurate sea chart of the Florida coast from Jupiter to Miami and an important historical view the developing state. Published by the United States Coast and Geodetic Survey unknown
192140707Washington D.C.: Published by the United States Coast and Geodetic Survey 1921. Large folding nautical chart printed on heavy paper stock. Colored. A rare coastal survey of Florida from Jupiter to Miami bisected into two parts including Jupiter West Palm Beach Boca Raton Pompano Beach Fort Lauderdale Hollywood Miami and Key Biscayne.<br/> <br/> Established by President Thomas Jefferson in 1807 as the Survey of the Coast the U.S. Coast and Geodetic Survey was the United States' first civilian scientific agency. This agency has followed its mission to survey the U.S. coastline create nautical charts of the coast and help increase maritime safety since its founding and has often played fascinating roles in significant chapters of U.S. history. It served in all theaters of the Civil War in the service of the Union Army and Navy pioneered acoustic exploration in the wake of the sinking of the Titanic and during WWI it worked to detect enemy submarines. In addition this agency worked to survey and produce detailed maps and renderings of the U.S. coast. These nautical survey maps commonly referred to as "T-sheets" provide fascinating insights into the history of the United States coastline which has and will continue to shift. These maps are the most important data source for understanding the physical and ecological characteristics of the U.S. shoreline. The present map is a highly detailed and accurate sea chart of the Florida coast from Jupiter to Miami and an important historical view the developing state. Published by the United States Coast and Geodetic Survey unknown
192240720Washington D.C.: Published by the United States Coast and Geodetic Survey 1922. Large folding nautical chart printed on heavy paper stock. Colored. A rare original coastal survey of Key West Harbor.<br/> <br/> Established by President Thomas Jefferson in 1807 as the Survey of the Coast the U.S. Coast and Geodetic Survey was the United States' first civilian scientific agency. This agency has followed its mission to survey the U.S. coastline create nautical charts of the coast and help increase maritime safety since its founding and has often played fascinating roles in significant chapters of U.S. history. It served in all theaters of the Civil War in the service of the Union Army and Navy pioneered acoustic exploration in the wake of the sinking of the Titanic and during WWI it worked to detect enemy submarines. In addition this agency worked to survey and produce detailed maps and renderings of the U.S. coast. These nautical survey maps commonly referred to as "T-sheets" provide fascinating insights into the history of the United States coastline which has and will continue to shift. These maps are the most important data source for understanding the physical and ecological characteristics of the U.S. shoreline. The present map of the Florida coastline is notable in displaying the Overseas Railroad as the only main land transportation link between the Keys. At the time this map was published the overseas highway had yet to be built and tourism and travel in the region was limited to boat or train. This map is a highly detailed and accurate sea chart of Key West and an important historical view of a developing Florida. Published by the United States Coast and Geodetic Survey unknown
191940697Washington D.C.: Published by the United States Coast and Geodetic Survey 1919. Large folding nautical chart printed on heavy paper stock. Colored. A rare coastal survey of Key West Harbor including Key West and several anchorage points for potential naval use complete with a U.S. Navy seal.<br/> <br/> Established by President Thomas Jefferson in 1807 as the Survey of the Coast the U.S. Coast and Geodetic Survey was the United States' first civilian scientific agency. This agency has followed its mission to survey the U.S. coastline create nautical charts of the coast and help increase maritime safety since its founding and has often played fascinating roles in significant chapters of U.S. history. It served in all theaters of the Civil War in the service of the Union Army and Navy pioneered acoustic exploration in the wake of the sinking of the Titanic and during WWI it worked to detect enemy submarines. In addition this agency worked to survey and produce detailed maps and renderings of the U.S. coast. These nautical survey maps commonly referred to as "T-sheets" provide fascinating insights into the history of the United States coastline which has and will continue to shift. These maps are the most important data source for understanding the physical and ecological characteristics of the U.S. shoreline. The present map is a highly detailed and accurate sea chart of Key West and an important historical view of a developing Florida. Published by the United States Coast and Geodetic Survey unknown
77874Small packet of marketing materials for the Lakeville Subdivision in North Fort Myers Florida. Housed in a Thomas Realty envelope mailed on April 15 1957 to E.R. Spencer of Delavan Wisconsin the contents include an introductory letter a carbonless purchase contract in triplicate and a detailed plat map 16" x 10". The letter references a booklet which is not present.<br /> <br /> Located along the Tamiami Trail U.S. 41 north of Fort Myers the Lakeville Subdivision was advertised as a "tropical wonderland" with homesites starting at $250. The plat map corresponds to the second section of the subdivision; presumably the first section had already been sold. However it appears the second section did not attract sufficient investors as this portion of the property remains largely undeveloped. unknown
182630784Washington D. C.: Printed by Gales & Seaton 1826. First Edition. Hardcover. Fair. Octavo. 148 pages. 13 folding tables. Original issued wraps rebound in plain burgundy cloth hardcover with title on the spine. Ex-institutional copy with New Hampshire Historical Society label on the front paste down. Penciled numbers on the title page. Small label removed from the lower spine. Moderate scattered foxing and toning to contents. Much of the correspondence settling land claims originated from St. Augustine. The folding tables include names of claimants acreage who conceded etc. Florida became an United States territory in 1821. Florida achieved Statehood in 1845. Printed by Gales & Seaton hardcover
191740726Washington D.C.: Published by the United States Coast and Geodetic Survey 1917. Nautical chart printed on heavy paper stock. Uncolored with minor wear. A rare original coastal survey of the Legare Anchorage in Florida's Biscayne Bay with Elliot Key and Sands Key.<br/> <br/> Established by President Thomas Jefferson in 1807 as the Survey of the Coast the U.S. Coast and Geodetic Survey was the United States' first civilian scientific agency. This agency has followed its mission to survey the U.S. coastline create nautical charts of the coast and help increase maritime safety since its founding and has often played fascinating roles in significant chapters of U.S. history. It served in all theaters of the Civil War in the service of the Union Army and Navy pioneered acoustic exploration in the wake of the sinking of the Titanic and during WWI it worked to detect enemy submarines. In addition this agency worked to survey and produce detailed maps and renderings of the U.S. coast. These nautical survey maps commonly referred to as "T-sheets" provide fascinating insights into the history of the United States coastline which has and will continue to shift. These maps are the most important data source for understanding the physical and ecological characteristics of the U.S. shoreline. The present map is a highly detailed and accurate sea chart of the Biscayne Bay region and an important historical view of a developing Florida. Published by the United States Coast and Geodetic Survey unknown
191740688Washington D.C.: Published by the United States Coast and Geodetic Survey 1917. Nautical chart printed on heavy paper stock. Colored. A rare coastal survey of the coast from Tampa to Venice including Sarasota Bradenton Longboat Key and Siesta Key.<br/> <br/> Established by President Thomas Jefferson in 1807 as the Survey of the Coast the U.S. Coast and Geodetic Survey was the United States' first civilian scientific agency. This agency has followed its mission to survey the U.S. coastline create nautical charts of the coast and help increase maritime safety since its founding and has often played fascinating roles in significant chapters of U.S. history. It served in all theaters of the Civil War in the service of the Union Army and Navy pioneered acoustic exploration in the wake of the sinking of the Titanic and during WWI it worked to detect enemy submarines. In addition this agency worked to survey and produce detailed maps and renderings of the U.S. coast. These nautical survey maps commonly referred to as "T-sheets" provide fascinating insights into the history of the United States coastline which has and will continue to shift. These maps are the most important data source for understanding the physical and ecological characteristics of the U.S. shoreline. The present map is a highly detailed and accurate sea chart of the coast south of Tampa and an important historical view of a developing Florida. Published by the United States Coast and Geodetic Survey unknown
191740711Washington D.C.: Published by the United States Coast and Geodetic Survey 1917. Large folding nautical chart printed on heavy paper stock. Colored. A rare original coastal survey of Charlotte Harbor including Boca Grande and the Charlotte Harbor estuary Florida's second largest estuary and fabled home of mythical pirate Jose Gaspar during Florida's second Spanish period.<br/> <br/> Established by President Thomas Jefferson in 1807 as the Survey of the Coast the U.S. Coast and Geodetic Survey was the United States' first civilian scientific agency. This agency has followed its mission to survey the U.S. coastline create nautical charts of the coast and help increase maritime safety since its founding and has often played fascinating roles in significant chapters of U.S. history. It served in all theaters of the Civil War in the service of the Union Army and Navy pioneered acoustic exploration in the wake of the sinking of the Titanic and during WWI it worked to detect enemy submarines. In addition this agency worked to survey and produce detailed maps and renderings of the U.S. coast. These nautical survey maps commonly referred to as "T-sheets" provide fascinating insights into the history of the United States coastline which has and will continue to shift. These maps are the most important data source for understanding the physical and ecological characteristics of the U.S. shoreline. The present map is a highly detailed and accurate sea chart of Charlotte Harbor and an important historical view of a developing Florida. Published by the United States Coast and Geodetic Survey unknown
192140681Washington D.C.: Published by the United States Coast and Geodetic Survey 1921. Nautical chart printed on heavy paper stock. Colored. A rare coastal survey of Miami.<br/> <br/> Established by President Thomas Jefferson in 1807 as the Survey of the Coast the U.S. Coast and Geodetic Survey was the United States' first civilian scientific agency. This agency has followed its mission to survey the U.S. coastline create nautical charts of the coast and help increase maritime safety since its founding and has often played fascinating roles in significant chapters of U.S. history. It served in all theaters of the Civil War in the service of the Union Army and Navy pioneered acoustic exploration in the wake of the sinking of the Titanic and during WWI it worked to detect enemy submarines. In addition this agency worked to survey and produce detailed maps and renderings of the U.S. coast. These nautical survey maps commonly referred to as "T-sheets" provide fascinating insights into the history of the United States coastline which has and will continue to shift. These maps are the most important data source for understanding the physical and ecological characteristics of the U.S. shoreline. The present map is a highly detailed and accurate sea chart of the Miami area and an important historical view of a developing Florida. Published by the United States Coast and Geodetic Survey unknown
191577876Chicago: Murdock Land Company 1915. Informational booklet for the short-lived Murdock Colony Farms on the Arcadia Prairie in South Florida. At the time the property was located in DeSoto County; today it would be situated in Charlotte County on the Gulf side of the Florida peninsula.<br /> <br /> Includes detailed answers to 111 frequently asked questions and a monthly planting calendar. "The entire tract is divided into 3395 farms and 3395 town lots - and sold a farm and a lot together for $210.00 - payable ten dollars each month. The farms range in size from a 400 acre general farm to a 10 acre fruit farm and truck farm."<br /> <br /> According to an article in the November 2021 issue of Between the Lines the official newsletter of the Charlotte County Libraries and History "John Milton Murdock's Colony Farms failed after the first rainy season brought extensive flooding that destroyed crops. Attempts to create a canal system to prevent flooding and provide irrigation during the dry season proved unsuccessful and Murdock ultimately fled the area after only a few years."<br /> <br /> Booklet: 32 pp. including the wrappers 3 1/4" x 6" with a map on the rear panel. Printed on pink paper and bound with two staples. Some very mild toning and wear; otherwise very good. Scarce OCLC locates no holdings. Murdock Land Company unknown
192140700Washington D.C.: Published by the United States Coast and Geodetic Survey 1921. Large folding nautical chart printed on heavy paper stock. Colored. A rare coastal survey of Pensacola Bay including Perdido Key Pensacola and Pensacola Beach.<br/> <br/> Established by President Thomas Jefferson in 1807 as the Survey of the Coast the U.S. Coast and Geodetic Survey was the United States' first civilian scientific agency. This agency has followed its mission to survey the U.S. coastline create nautical charts of the coast and help increase maritime safety since its founding and has often played fascinating roles in significant chapters of U.S. history. It served in all theaters of the Civil War in the service of the Union Army and Navy pioneered acoustic exploration in the wake of the sinking of the Titanic and during WWI it worked to detect enemy submarines. In addition this agency worked to survey and produce detailed maps and renderings of the U.S. coast. These nautical survey maps commonly referred to as "T-sheets" provide fascinating insights into the history of the United States coastline which has and will continue to shift. These maps are the most important data source for understanding the physical and ecological characteristics of the U.S. shoreline. The present map is a highly detailed and accurate sea chart of Pensacola Bay and an important historical view of a developing Florida. Published by the United States Coast and Geodetic Survey unknown
192240699Washington D.C.: Published by the United States Coast and Geodetic Survey 1922. Large folding nautical chart printed on heavy paper stock. Colored. A rare coastal survey of Florida and Alabama around Pensacola Bay including Orange Beach Perdido Key Pensacola Pensacola Beach and Santa Rosa Island.<br/> <br/> Established by President Thomas Jefferson in 1807 as the Survey of the Coast the U.S. Coast and Geodetic Survey was the United States' first civilian scientific agency. This agency has followed its mission to survey the U.S. coastline create nautical charts of the coast and help increase maritime safety since its founding and has often played fascinating roles in significant chapters of U.S. history. It served in all theaters of the Civil War in the service of the Union Army and Navy pioneered acoustic exploration in the wake of the sinking of the Titanic and during WWI it worked to detect enemy submarines. In addition this agency worked to survey and produce detailed maps and renderings of the U.S. coast. These nautical survey maps commonly referred to as "T-sheets" provide fascinating insights into the history of the United States coastline which has and will continue to shift. These maps are the most important data source for understanding the physical and ecological characteristics of the U.S. shoreline. The present map is a highly detailed and accurate sea chart of the Pensacola area and an important historical view of a developing Florida. Published by the United States Coast and Geodetic Survey unknown
192040683Washington D.C.: Published by the United States Coast and Geodetic Survey 1920. Nautical chart printed on heavy paper stock. Colored. A rare coastal survey of Pensacola Bay including Pensacola and Santa Rosa Island.<br/> <br/> Established by President Thomas Jefferson in 1807 as the Survey of the Coast the U.S. Coast and Geodetic Survey was the United States' first civilian scientific agency. This agency has followed its mission to survey the U.S. coastline create nautical charts of the coast and help increase maritime safety since its founding and has often played fascinating roles in significant chapters of U.S. history. It served in all theaters of the Civil War in the service of the Union Army and Navy pioneered acoustic exploration in the wake of the sinking of the Titanic and during WWI it worked to detect enemy submarines. In addition this agency worked to survey and produce detailed maps and renderings of the U.S. coast. These nautical survey maps commonly referred to as "T-sheets" provide fascinating insights into the history of the United States coastline which has and will continue to shift. These maps are the most important data source for understanding the physical and ecological characteristics of the U.S. shoreline. The present map is a highly detailed and accurate sea chart of the Pensacola Bay and an important historical view of a developing Florida. Published by the United States Coast and Geodetic Survey unknown
191640684Washington D.C.: Published by the United States Coast and Geodetic Survey 1916. Nautical chart printed on heavy paper stock. Colored. A rare coastal survey of Florida from Venice Beach to Fort Myers including Cape Coral Boca Grande and Port Charlotte.<br/> <br/> Established by President Thomas Jefferson in 1807 as the Survey of the Coast the U.S. Coast and Geodetic Survey was the United States' first civilian scientific agency. This agency has followed its mission to survey the U.S. coastline create nautical charts of the coast and help increase maritime safety since its founding and has often played fascinating roles in significant chapters of U.S. history. It served in all theaters of the Civil War in the service of the Union Army and Navy pioneered acoustic exploration in the wake of the sinking of the Titanic and during WWI it worked to detect enemy submarines. In addition this agency worked to survey and produce detailed maps and renderings of the U.S. coast. These nautical survey maps commonly referred to as "T-sheets" provide fascinating insights into the history of the United States coastline which has and will continue to shift. These maps are the most important data source for understanding the physical and ecological characteristics of the U.S. shoreline. The present map is a highly detailed and accurate sea chart of the Fort Myers area and an important historical view of a developing Florida. Published by the United States Coast and Geodetic Survey unknown
191640695Washington D.C.: Published by the United States Coast and Geodetic Survey 1916. Large folding nautical chart printed on heavy paper stock. Uncolored. A rare coastal survey of the Fort Myers area including the San Carlos Bay Caloosahatchee River Cape Coral Sanibel Island and Fort Myers Beach.<br/> <br/> Established by President Thomas Jefferson in 1807 as the Survey of the Coast the U.S. Coast and Geodetic Survey was the United States' first civilian scientific agency. This agency has followed its mission to survey the U.S. coastline create nautical charts of the coast and help increase maritime safety since its founding and has often played fascinating roles in significant chapters of U.S. history. It served in all theaters of the Civil War in the service of the Union Army and Navy pioneered acoustic exploration in the wake of the sinking of the Titanic and during WWI it worked to detect enemy submarines. In addition this agency worked to survey and produce detailed maps and renderings of the U.S. coast. These nautical survey maps commonly referred to as "T-sheets" provide fascinating insights into the history of the United States coastline which has and will continue to shift. These maps are the most important data source for understanding the physical and ecological characteristics of the U.S. shoreline. The present map is a highly detailed and accurate sea chart of Fort Myers area and an important historical view of a developing Florida. Published by the United States Coast and Geodetic Survey unknown
191840725Washington D.C.: Published by the United States Coast and Geodetic Survey 1918. Large folding nautical chart printed on heavy paper stock. Colored. A rare original coastal survey of the far Lower Keys region including Marquesas Keys and Boca Grande Key.<br/> <br/> Established by President Thomas Jefferson in 1807 as the Survey of the Coast the U.S. Coast and Geodetic Survey was the United States' first civilian scientific agency. This agency has followed its mission to survey the U.S. coastline create nautical charts of the coast and help increase maritime safety since its founding and has often played fascinating roles in significant chapters of U.S. history. It served in all theaters of the Civil War in the service of the Union Army and Navy pioneered acoustic exploration in the wake of the sinking of the Titanic and during WWI it worked to detect enemy submarines. In addition this agency worked to survey and produce detailed maps and renderings of the U.S. coast. These nautical survey maps commonly referred to as "T-sheets" provide fascinating insights into the history of the United States coastline which has and will continue to shift. These maps are the most important data source for understanding the physical and ecological characteristics of the U.S. shoreline. The present map is a highly detailed and accurate sea chart of the Lower Keys region and an important historical view of a developing Florida. Published by the United States Coast and Geodetic Survey unknown
184739054Tallahassee: Office of the Floridian: Printed by Samuel S. Sibley. 1847. 99 V pp. Perforation stamp on title leaf a couple of other institutional marks else Very Good. Bound in later buckram with gilt-lettered red morocco spine title Social Law Library stamped at base of spine. <br /> <br /> Florida joined the Union in 1845. This was its second meeting as a State. Much work was required to establish the framework of State government. The legislature created procedures for selecting presidential electors; enacted fees and costs for civil and criminal cases; regulated slave patrols; enacted incorporations; prohibited vessels from bringing into the Island of Key West any Free Negro or Mulatto; established counties and their boundaries; created pilotage laws and a variety of other Statutes and Resolutions including one to remove the remaining Seminole Indians.<br /> Servies 3243. Office of the Floridian: Printed by Samuel S. Sibley. unknown
