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Ornamental Map of the United States and Mexico, 1848

Ornamental Map of the United States and Mexico, 1848

Date: unknown
Creator: Ensigns and Thayer
Description: Map of the United States, Mexico and Cuba circa 1848. The map shows the Oregon Territory, New California, Missouri Territory and Texas along with other states and territories. The map also has illustrations of events, people and places in the United States, including George Washington.
Holding Partner: University of Texas at Arlington Libraries
Portrait of a Sailor: Two Views

Portrait of a Sailor: Two Views

Date: unknown
Creator: unknown
Description: Copy negative of two images of Herman McDaniel in navy uniform. The first image he stands next to a palm tree and the second is a head shot portrait. The text under the second portrait reads "Sailor, 1918 Style (No. 5) Deals in Music."
Holding Partner: Hardin-Simmons University Library