1950 Eddy Bird's Eye View Map of Lake Tahoe
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Lake Tahoe.
The largest alpine lake in North America - known for its beaches and its skiing.
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The largest alpine lake in North America - known for its beaches and its skiing.
This is a gorgeous c. 1950 Gerald A. Eddy bird's-eye view map of Lake Tahoe. Situated astride the border between California and Nevada, Lake Tahoe dominates the foreground. Bays, harbors, and towns along its banks beckon to the weary Los Angeleno or other city dwellers, calling to them as sirens call to sailors. Ski resorts, mountain peaks, numerous smaller lakes, and other natural features contribute to the area's welcoming aura. Reno, Carson City, and Truckee all are labeled, along with many other towns.Publication History and Census
This view was created by Gerald A. Eddy and published by the Lake Tahoe Sierra Association c. 1950. An example is cataloged in OCLC and is part of the collection at the University of California - Berkeley.Cartographer
Gerald Allen Eddy (October 12, 1889 - September 9, 1967) was an American artist. Born in Michigan, Eddy's parents either divorced or his father died between 1900 and 1910. In 1910 Eddy was living with his mother, brother, and stepfather in Los Angeles and working as an artist. Eddy was a prolific cartographer and created numerous maps of different areas of the western United States. He married Madolyn M. Smith on January 18, 1911. By 1917, the couple had one daughter, according to his World War I draft card. By 1919, Eddy was drawing views for newspapers in southern California. By 1939 Eddy was a staff artist for the San Francisco Call-Bulletin and drew courtroom sketches and maps for the newspaper. By 1940 his maps would be syndicated in newspapers across the country. He was married to his wife Madolyn when he died. Further Details...
Condition
Very good. Laid down on archival tissue. Backmatter suggests the margins were trimmed, but all recto contest present.
References
OCLC 26485199.