Knapp, Walter Howard (sold)
Walter Howard Knapp (November 2, 1907 - September 21, 1966) was an American commercial artist, illustrator, graphic artist, painter, and art educator. Born in Cleveland, Ohio, Knapp attended Oberlin College and the Cleveland School of Art. He taught art at Stetson University. He and his family moved to DeLand, Florida, in 1960, where he taught art for Volusia County. Knapp married Kate L. Superman on September 22, 1936.
Oberlin's and the Underground Railroad.
A Map of Oberlin College and Towne Showing Its Life and Traditions.
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This is a 1929 Walter Howard Knapp map of Oberlin, Ohio and Oberlin College with fascinating 'Underground Railroad' and temperance references. The map depicts the town of Oberlin from the Lorain, Ashland, and Southern railroad line to North Crosby Street and from the football field to West Hamilton Street. Nearly all the streets are labeled, with private homes and other buildings illustrated throughout. Churches, inns, taverns, and the yacht club are labeled as well. Some of the labels, such as the haunted house and the mermaid next to the 'bridge of size' are charming and reflect local folklore and whimsy. For example, a dinosaur inhabits the top right corner of the map, near 'Ye land flowing with milk and honey.' The train for New York City cuts through town. (more details)