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Auction 120, Lot 227

"Map of the Georgia Associated Traffic Lines and Connections", Railroad Companies, (Various)

Subject: Southeastern United States

Period: 1888 (dated)

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Color: Printed Color

Size:
8 x 10.5 inches
20.3 x 26.7 cm
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An unusual stationery map created by the Georgia Associated Traffic Lines. The company's information, address and agents are listed on verso above the letter writing area. Also on verso is a list of more than 15 represented railroads. J.P Beckwith and W.H. Lucas are listed as the Florida Passenger Agents. The hand written letter is from Lucas to Capt. E.F. Luttefield, Winter Park, Florida, concerning shipping quotes of cotton to Winter Park. The map shows all lines and stations in bold black over-printing. It extends to above Cincinnati and west to include Mobile and Evansville, Indiana. An uncommon map and stationary combination with letter signed by the Passenger Agent.

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Condition: B

Short fold split at right edge and a hint of some toning.

Estimate: $120 - $160

Sold for: $90

Closed on 7/18/2007

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