Evolution of the Free Road Map From 1913 to Today
A historical look at how road maps evolved from crude 1913 standards by Standard Oil to color coded classifications by Lindberg and Gulf Oil. It notes oil companies long distributed free maps to attract drivers, with over 200 million maps given away annually at about eleven cents each, raising questions about their business value.
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Standard Oil Company
Otto Lindberg
General Drafting
New Jersey
Gulf Oil Corporation
Lindberg
United States
Road maps flow free as firms keep giving them away
The piece notes oil companies and map publishers give away road maps to attract customers. Rand McNally leads with extensive staff to track changes, while Texaco and Humble distribute millions annually. Government data sources help fuel the map supply as distributors cite consumer demand.
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Stford
All Company
E Company
Naty Map
Rand Me
Tay
Texaco, Inc
Humble Re
Council hears update on removal of White Only sign at Route 340 tavern
A Frederick Human Relations Council member said efforts to remove a White Only sign at a Route 340 tavern continue. Rev. Alfred E. Smith of St. John's Catholic Church hopes for tavern cooperation as the council held an extensive executive session Wednesday.
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Frederick
Firemen Issue Warnings For Christmas Tree Safety
The Action Fire Prevention Committee of United Fire Company issues ten do and don t pointers to prevent Christmas tree fires. Captain Millard M Mastrino urges strict precautions including water in a pan, location away from heat, safe cords, and avoiding candles or flammable decorations.
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Action Fire Prevention Committee
United Fire Company
Millard M. Mastrino
The
Fire Company
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