Broadside, Transportation on the Erie Canal Merchants Line, 1832
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Artifact Overview
The first half of the 19th century was the heyday of canals in the United States, opening up new territories to settlement and commerce. The Erie Canal, connecting Albany to Buffalo, began in 1817 and was completed in 1825. This broadside, printed July 1, 1832, advertised the "Merchants Line" of boats, a daily line that transported freight and passengers.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Broadside (Notice)
Date Made
1832
Subject Date
01 July 1832
Creators
Collection Title
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
82.129.203
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Cardboard
Color
Black-and-white (Colors)
Dimensions
Height: 3.25 in
Width: 4.25 in
Inscriptions
Description beneath: Advertisement of the "Merchants Line" of boats on the Erie Canal. This line ran daily boats between Albany and Buffalo. Small printed Broadside. Dated: July 1, 1832.
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