Item 40: Diagram of Mauch Chunk, by Amos Doolittle (removed to Black Box #1), no date
Item — Box: 21, Folder: 40
Dates
- Created: no date
Creator
- Doolittle, Amos, 1754 – 1832 (Person)
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Extent
1 items
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Type of Material:
Diagram
Condition Note:
Okay.
Measurements:
15 ½ in. x 11 ½ in.
Description:
This is a diagram with 3 images. The first is of Mauch Chunk and depicts the mine and various structures. Then there is a view of the Chute. Finally, there is a view of how the mine goes into the earth and hits the slate. Referred to as the “Switzerland of America,” Mauch Chunk was known for its mountainous scenic views along the line of the Switchback Railroad and Lehigh Valley Railroad. It is still attracting tourists to see the beautiful, mountainous views. Now referred to as Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania since 1954, Mauch Chunk is located in Carbon County, Pennsylvania. It is known for the burial site of the Native American athlete, Jim Thorpe. It is settled in the Pocono Mountains about 29 miles northwest of Allentown. This print was created by Amos Doolittle.
Amos Doolittle was born May 18, 1754 and was an American engraver and silversmith, known as “The Revere of Connecticut.” Made in New Haven, Connecticut, his engravings included portraits and maps. Depicting the Battles of Lexington and Concord, which were based upon his first-hand experiences of the battlefield, received him fame. He later died January 30, 1832.
Location:
Mauch Chunk, Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania
Transcription:
MAP
Showing the position of Coal beds now exposed
in the
MAUCH CHUNK COAL REGION
View of the chute at Mauch Chunk A. Doolittle Imaginary Cross Section of the Mountain at the great Coal Mine
View of the chute at Mauch Chunk A. Doolittle Imaginary Cross Section of the Mountain at the great Coal Mine
Creator
- Doolittle, Amos, 1754 – 1832 (Person)
Repository Details
Part of the Wilkes University Archives Repository
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84 W South St.
Wilkes-Barre PA 18701 US
570-408-2000
570-408-7823 (Fax)
ask.archives@wilkes.edu