Description
Oceans are green (faded blue), land masses are tan and olive with thin black outlines, and mountain ranges are shaded with hatch marks. Principal rivers, bodies of water, cities, and regions within nations are labeled. The equator, ecliptic and equinoctial colure and indicated with gradated lines, highlighted in yellow, with the isothermal lines for January in blue and for July in red. State lines in the United States are shown and highlighted in yellow. Indian Territory is shown in the eastern portion of Oklahoma, indicating a date no earlier than 1891. Central Europe is labeled “Austro Hungarian Monarchy,” as it was known prior to 1914. There is an oval analemma in the ocean. The coast of Antarctica is partially mapped, reflecting geographical knowledge at the time.
Rand McNally described their telluric globes — available in 8-inch or 12-inch diameter) — and how to use them in classroom demonstrations in their catalog:
This apparatus combines in one device the best form of Globe and the simplest and most practical form of Tellurian. It is adapted to that use where of all others a Globe and Tellurian is most needed, viz., illustrating the first lessons in geography. Unlike other Tellurians, it does not require a skilled mechanic to use it and keep it in repair.
Description of [Illustrated Diagram] Engraving.
A is a globe ball, made in the most substantial manner and covered with maps, in colors, which show latest discoveries, political divisions, isothermal lines, ocean currents, etc.
B the circle of illumination, on which is marked the position of tropic and polar circles. In combination with the calendar and zodiac and pointer [on the base], it shows upon what part of the earth the sun shines on each day of the year; the reason why the tropical circles are 23 1/2 degrees from the equator and the polar circle 23 1/2 degrees from the pole; why the days and nights vary in length at different seasons of the year, and the cause of the change of seasons.
C is a semi-circle graduated into 12 parts, marked from 6 to 12 and from 12 to 6. It shows the points of the rising and setting of the sun, relative time, etc.
For more information about Rand McNally, see our Guide to Globe Makers.
Donohue & Henneberry was a Chicago book publisher founded by William P. Henneberry and Michael A. Donohue. It was mainly known for inexpensive editions of popular works of fiction. In 1903, Donohue bought out Henneberry and changed the company name to M.A. Donohue & Company. The company ceased operations in the 1960s.
Oval overlabel pasted over cartouche, as issued: THE AMERICAN GLOBE/ DONOHUE & HENNEBERRY/ CHICAGO.
References:
Descriptive Catalogue of Maps, Atlases, Globes, etc., Published or Supplied by Rand, McNally & Company. Chicago: Rand McNally, 1891. p. 92. Online at Google Books: https://www.google.com/books/edition/Descriptive_Catalogue_of_Maps_Atlases_Gl/oaNPAQAAMAAJ (5 April 2022).
“Donohue & Henneberry.” Chicagology. 2003-2022. https://chicagology.com/goldenage/goldenage044/ (5 April 2022).
