A Map of Texas, U.S.A... Drawn from a Texan’s Viewpoint

Archive

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Glenwood Cemetery

Name/Title

A Map of Texas, U.S.A... Drawn from a Texan’s Viewpoint

Scope and Content

"Map of Texas, U.S.A... Drawn from a Texan's Perspective," produced by the Texas Highway Department, presents a striking representation of North America in which Texas is significantly enlarged and occupies nearly half of the United States. This portrayal is reminiscent of the smaller-scale "Official Texas Brags Map" from 1948. The map features various illustrations depicting attractions within the state, such as the "world's largest jackrabbits," the "world's largest oil field," and "Big D - home to the world's most beautiful girls." Regions beyond Texas are labeled with phrases like "Storm Area," "Unexplored Territory," and "Yankeeland." On the reverse side of the brochure, there is a collection that categorizes Texas with descriptors such as Best, Biggest, Most, and Only. It also includes biographical information that adds context to the state.

Collection

Old Weird Houston

Lexicon

Getty AAT

Concept

instruction pamphlets, brochures, plats (maps)

LOC Thesaurus for Graphic Materials

Brochures, Maps

Search Terms

texas, texas highway department, map, brochure, 1950

Archive Details

Creator

Texas Highway Department

Date(s) of Creation

1950

Date(s) Material Assembled

1950

Archive Size/Extent

1 page

Primary Language

English

Dimensions

Dimension Description

Brochure

Height

11-1/2 in

Width

8-5/8 in

Location

Location

* Untyped Location

Archive Room

Category

Permanent

Condition

Reason for Exam

Exhibition

Overall Condition

Good

Condition Type

Wear, Creasing, Missing Areas / Holes, Finger Prints / Marks

Date Examined

Mar 18, 2026

Surface

The item is free from rips and tears. The item exhibits general wear from use, creasing, marks, and holes.

Materials

Paper

Copyright

Restrictions

The use of or access to certain materials may be restricted for legal reasons or due to donor stipulations. Written permission to publish or display reproductions of Glenwood Cemetery, Inc. archive materials must be secured from the Foundation prior to use of the material. The following credit must be printed under each reproduction: “Reprinted with the permission of Glenwood Cemetery, Inc. & Glenwood Cemetery Historic Preservation Foundation”. Clearance of any copyrighted material is the responsibility of the person wishing to publish or display said material.

Reproductions

Notes

Written permission to publish or display reproductions of Glenwood Cemetery, Inc. archive materials must be secured from the Foundation prior to use of the material. The following credit must be printed under each reproduction: “Reprinted with the permission of Glenwood Cemetery, Inc. & Glenwood Cemetery Historic Preservation Foundation”.

Create Date

March 19, 2026

Update Date

March 20, 2026