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How do you read an enumeration district map?
In each state, an enumeration district is given a unique number including two different numbers separated by a dash (i.e. 15-1). The first number is the assigned number for the county and the second number is for each district within the county.
What is an enumeration district map?
Enumeration District Maps show names of political jurisdictions (counties, cities, townships, and so forth), roads, waterways, and large properties, such as parks, cemeteries, prisons, golf courses, and so forth. In cities, maps may indicate boundaries of Wards and other subdivisions.
Where is the enumeration district 1910 census?
Descriptions of Census Enumeration Districts 1830–1890 and 1910–1950 can be found on the 156 rolls of NARA microfilm publication T1224. Enumeration District maps for 1900–1940 are available on the 73 rolls of NARA microfilm publication A3378.
Was there a 1920 census?
The results of the 1920 census revealed a major and continuing shift of the population of the United States from rural to urban areas. No apportionment was carried out following the 1920 census; representatives elected from rural districts worked to derail the process, fearful of losing political power to the cities.
What is the 1900 census catalog?
This catalog is a necessary finding aid for those who wish to order microfilm copies of the 1900 census schedules. This catalog lists the 1900 Soundex system (reproduced as a separate microfilm publication for each state and territory) and the 1900 population census schedules (reproduced as microfilm publication T623).
How do I get a copy of the 1880 census?
You can order these online or use NATF Form 82 (rev. 1990) and provide the following information: the name of the individual, the page number, census year, state, and county. For the 1880 through 1920 censuses, the enumeration district is also necessary. Frequently it is possible to use a census index to locate this information.
Where can I find information about cartography at the Census Bureau?
More information about cartography at the Census Bureau can be found in the Notable Maps, How We Map, and Statistical Atlases sections of this website. In this section, we present useful maps to help illustrate census data in your lesson plans.
How many rolls of enumeration district maps are in this collection?
Enumeration District Maps for the Twelfth through Sixteenth Censuses of the United States, 1900-1940. 73 rolls. Alphabetically by state, then by county, parish or city. 1 What is in This Collection?