This lot consists of four maps related to the Pacific Electric Railway including:

A. Special Sightseeing Map of Los Angeles and Vicinity, by Tanner Motor Tours, Pacific Electric Railway, and Catalina Island Company, dated 1931 (23.6 x 17.3"). This untitled bird's-eye view of Los Angeles by W. Calkins looks from the south with Catalina Island in the foreground, Los Angeles at center, and Mt. Lowe in the background. The map legend describes five trips that are highlighted in red overprinting on the map. The verso contains related text and illustrations. Reference: cf. Rumsey #12082. Condition: There are a few areas of minute loss along the fold lines and a couple of short splits at the fold junctions. (B+)

B. Lines of Pacific Electric Railway and Motor Transit Company in Southern California, by Gerald A. Eddy, dated 1935 (20.8 x 14.5"). A handsome bird’s-eye view with detailed topography shown along with the routes of the various railways in color. Includes two insets for the Mt. Lowe Tavern with a stamp stating "service temporarily discontinued." Verso advertisement includes a large, colorful ad for the railways. Condition: A clean, colorful example. (A)

C. Route Map Los Angeles Railway Electric Car and Bus Routes, by H.P. Noordwal, dated 1935 (17.1 x 22.5"). A map of Los Angeles with a legend identifying the Los Angeles Railway, Los Angeles Motor Coach Company, and the Pacific Electric Railway. The verso has an interesting “Aerial View and Map of Downtown Area” (17 x 8") showing car routes along with a detailed index. Condition: There are a few tiny splits at the fold junctions and one short separation at bottom that has been closed on verso with archival tape. (B+)

D. Route Map Los Angeles Railway Electric Car and Bus Routes, by Los Angeles Railway Corp., dated 1942 (16.9 x 22.3"). A detailed map of the city with a legend also identifying the Los Angeles Railway, Los Angeles Motor Coach Lines, and the Pacific Electric Railway. 47 points of interest are keyed to the map with little red stars. The verso has details on routes and a map of the business district. Condition: Near fine with a few tiny splits at the fold junctions. (A)

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Issued folding. See description above.