Assessor’s block books of San Francisco, 1951

Collection context

Summary

Title:
Assessor’s block books of San Francisco
Dates:
1951
Creators:
Samuels, Louis C., 1912-1989.
Abstract:
Extent:
44 volumes
Language:
Preferred citation:

Assessor’s block books of San Francisco. San Francisco Public Library, San Francisco History Center

Background

Scope and content:

Blueline maps showing measurements and ownership of San Francisco lots, arranged sequentially by block numbers 1-7380. Some properties have penciled annotations.

Biographical / historical:

Louis C. Samuels sold real estate and insurance in San Francisco in the 1950s; he acquired these map books for use in his business.

Acquisition information:
Gift, 2018-21

About this collection guide

Collection Guide Author:
Finding aid created by San Francisco Public Library, San Francisco History Center staff.
Date Prepared:
1951
Date Encoded:
This finding aid was produced using Record Express for OAC5 on July 14, 2025, 2:54 p.m.

Access and use

Restrictions:

The collection is available for use during San Francisco History Center hours. Collections that are stored offsite should be requested 48 hours in advance.

Terms of access:

All requests for permission to publish or quote from manuscripts must be submitted in writing to the City Archivist. Permission for publication is given on behalf of the San Francisco Public Library as the owner of the physical items.

Preferred citation:

Assessor’s block books of San Francisco. San Francisco Public Library, San Francisco History Center

Location of this collection:
San Francisco Public Library
100 Larkin Street
San Francisco, CA 94102, US
Contact:
(415) 557-4567