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Bethel, NY maps

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  1. 1909 Map of Monticello, 1956 Print
    1909 Map of Monticello, 1956 Print
    1909 Monticello
    1956 Print · USGS
    Sullivan County at the dawn of the twentieth century was a landscape of rail-connected resort communities and developing water systems. Researchers can trace the routes of the New York Ontario and Western RR to historic stops like Hurleyville Luzon Sta or the secluded Hartwood Club.
  4. 1911 Map of Monticello
    1911 Map of Monticello
    1911 Monticello
    1911 Print · USGS
    Sullivan County at the height of its early resort era shows a landscape shaped by competing railroads and mountain valleys. Genealogists and historians can trace the New York Ontario and Western RR through Hurleyville Luzon Sta or locate the Delaware and Hudson Canal (Abandoned).
    6 unique versions available
  7. 1921 Map of Livingston Manor, 1952 Print
    1921 Map of Livingston Manor, 1952 Print
    1921 Livingston Manor
    1952 Print · USGS
    Sullivan County in the early twenties is captured here as a landscape of timber processing and rail-connected mountain towns. Genealogists and historians can trace numerous rural districts like the Ireland School or find specific industrial sites such as the Acid Plant and Dye Works.
    2 unique versions available
  10. 1922 Map of White Lake
    1922 Map of White Lake
    1922 White Lake
    1922 Print · USGS
    Sullivan County's lake-strewn highlands appear here in the early twenties, showing a landscape defined by small mountain hamlets and rural school districts. Genealogists can trace family names through landmarks like Stewart Cemetery, Bauer's Mill, and Mount Hope School.
    6 unique versions available
  13. 1923 Map of Livingston Manor
    1923 Map of Livingston Manor
    1923 Livingston Manor
    1923 Print · USGS
    Sullivan County in the early twenties shows a landscape transitioning between timber industries and mountain recreation. Genealogists and historians can locate dozens of district schools like Sprague School and trace industrial sites like the Acid Plant along the Ontario and Western RR.
    5 unique versions available
  16. 1942 Map of White Lake, 1957 Print
    1942 Map of White Lake, 1957 Print
    1942 White Lake
    1957 Print · USGS
    Sullivan County’s landscape of ponds and mountain ridges is detailed here in the early 1940s as the area’s agricultural roots met a growing resort era. Researchers can trace the Newburgh And Cochecton Turnpike past the Stewart Cem and vanished local schools like Birch Ridge Sch.
  19. 1943 Map of White Lake, 1960 Print
    1943 Map of White Lake, 1960 Print
    1943 White Lake
    1960 Print · USGS
    The Sullivan County uplands appear in the mid-1940s as a landscape of rural schoolhouses and mountain resorts. Genealogists can trace family roots through sites like the Dutch Settlement, Tylertown Sch, and Beaver Brook Corners.
    2 unique versions available
  22. 1943 Map of Monticello, 1961 Print
    1943 Map of Monticello, 1961 Print
    1943 Monticello
    1961 Print · USGS
    Sullivan County's resort and rail corridor comes into focus in the 1940s, highlighting the area's transition into a premier vacation destination. Local historians can trace the paths of the New York Ontario and Western RR and find specific seasonal hubs like Luzon Sta or the private Merriewold Park.
    3 unique versions available
  25. 1943 Map of Monticello, 1964 Print
    1943 Map of Monticello, 1964 Print
    1943 Monticello
    1964 Print · USGS
    Sullivan County in the early 1940s is shown at a peak of its rural development before mid-century modernization changed the landscape. Genealogists and researchers can trace local roots through numerous district schools like the Bushville School and family landmarks such as the Stewart Cem or the industrial Dye Works.
  28. 1944 Map of White Lake
    1944 Map of White Lake
    1944 White Lake
    1944 Print · USGS
    Sullivan County was a landscape of small schools and highland waters in the mid-1940s. Genealogists and historians can trace the old road to Dutch Settlement or locate Neweiden Church and the Pintler Cem near the shores of White Lake.
  31. 1944 Map of Livingston Manor
    1944 Map of Livingston Manor
    1944 Livingston Manor
    1944 Print · USGS
    The Catskill foothills of Sullivan County are mapped here during the mid-forties, showing the vital rail and river corridor through Livingston Manor. Genealogists and local historians can trace the New York Ontario and Western RR and numerous rural schoolhouses like Hardenburgh Sch and Midway Sch.
  34. 1944 Map of Monticello
    1944 Map of Monticello
    1944 Monticello
    1944 Print · USGS
    Sullivan County in the 1940s is a landscape of mountain resorts and essential rail corridors during the height of the area's growth. Trace the rail-dependent growth of Monticello or find old family connections in settlements like Mountaindale and Hurleyville.
  37. 1950 Map of Scranton, 1952 Print
    1950 Map of Scranton, 1952 Print
    1950 Scranton
    1952 Print · USGS
    Mid-century Northeast Pennsylvania and the Hudson Valley come alive in this survey of the tri-state region. Genealogists and historians can trace the dense rail networks of the Erie RR and DL&W RR between industrial hubs like Scranton and Wilkes-Barre.
  40. 1953 Map of Scranton
    1953 Map of Scranton
    1953 Scranton
    1953 Print · USGS
    Northeastern Pennsylvania and the Catskills are shown in great detail during the early fifties, a time when rail lines and river valleys dictated the region's growth. Genealogists and historians can trace the industrial hearts of Scranton and Wilkes-Barre or locate remote landmarks like High Point and Lake Wallenpaupack.
  43. 1959 Map of Scranton
    1959 Map of Scranton
    1959 Scranton
    1959 Print · USGS
    The northern coalfields and the Hudson Valley meet in this mid-century survey of the Pennsylvania and New York borderlands. Genealogists and historians can trace the intricate rail networks of the Erie Railroad and the vast waters of Lake Wallenpaupack.
    2 unique versions available
  46. 1962 Map of Scranton, 1977 Print
    1962 Map of Scranton, 1977 Print
    1962 Scranton
    1977 Print · USGS
    The industrial heart of eastern Pennsylvania and the New York Catskills are captured here in the early sixties. Genealogists and historians can trace the dense valley settlements from Scranton to Wilkes-Barre and the rail lines of the Erie Lackawanna Railroad.
    2 unique versions available
  49. 1965 Map of Scranton
    1965 Map of Scranton
    1965 Scranton
    1965 Print · USGS
    The tri-state highlands of Pennsylvania, New York, and New Jersey come alive in the mid-sixties as industry and recreation converge. Trace the intricate rail lines of the Erie Lackawanna RR or locate landmarks like the U S Military Academy.
    2 unique versions available
  52. 1965 Map of Liberty West, 1967 Print
    1965 Map of Liberty West, 1967 Print
    1965 Liberty West
    1967 Print · USGS
    Sullivan County in the mid-sixties is shown here as a landscape of rural villages and summer retreats. Genealogists and local historians can locate family homes and institutions like All Souls Chapel, White Sulphur Springs, and Sch No 12.
    3 unique versions available
  55. 1965 Map of Jeffersonville, 1967 Print
    1965 Map of Jeffersonville, 1967 Print
    1965 Jeffersonville
    1967 Print · USGS
    Sullivan County’s mid-century landscape is defined here by the winding forks of Callicoon Creek and the small upland communities of the 1960s. Researchers can trace family roots at Bauerfeind Cem, locate the Central Rural Sch, or find the high-elevation Skytop Airport.
    2 unique versions available
  58. 1966 Map of Monticello, 1968 Print
    1966 Map of Monticello, 1968 Print
    1966 Monticello
    1968 Print · USGS
    Sullivan County’s mid-century resort culture is on full display here, centered on the growing village of Monticello. Researchers can trace old family landmarks and institutions like Kutshers Country Club, Brookside Cem, and the Sullivan County Community College.
    3 unique versions available
  61. 1967 Map of White Lake, 1969 Print
    1967 Map of White Lake, 1969 Print
    1967 White Lake
    1969 Print · USGS
    Sullivan County’s lake country is captured here during its mid-century heyday as a premier summer destination. Researchers can trace family-named landmarks and local institutions, from Temple Beth El and Lyon Cem to the early footprints of Smallwood and Bethel.
    2 unique versions available
  64. 1967 Map of Highland Lake, 1969 Print
    1967 Map of Highland Lake, 1969 Print
    1967 Highland Lake
    1969 Print · USGS
    Sullivan County in the late sixties reveals a landscape of massive hydroelectric projects and quiet summer colonies. Genealogists and hikers can trace the paths between Forestburg, the Forestburg Cemetery, and secluded landmarks like Cordes Chapel.
    2 unique versions available
  67. 1967 Map of Lake Huntington, 1969 Print
    1967 Map of Lake Huntington, 1969 Print
    1967 Lake Huntington
    1969 Print · USGS
    Sullivan County in the late sixties reveals a landscape of summer camps and small hamlets before the peak of modern tourism. Genealogists can trace family roots through Hurd Settlement and Tylertown, or locate old landmarks like Falls Mills and Cochecton Center.
    2 unique versions available
  70. 1967 Map of Eldred, 1969 Print
    1967 Map of Eldred, 1969 Print
    1967 Eldred
    1969 Print · USGS
    Sullivan County upland life is preserved here in the late sixties, from the village of Eldred to the Tenmile River valley. Trace local history at the Central Sch, Beaver Brook Cem, or the Meadowbrook Landing Strip among the many lakes.
    2 unique versions available
  73. 1986 Map of Monticello
    1986 Map of Monticello
    1986 Monticello
    1986 Print · USGS
    The Catskills and Shawangunk Ridge meet in the mid-eighties, showing a landscape defined by massive reservoirs and valley towns. Genealogists and researchers can trace the growth of Monticello, Ellenville, and New Paltz alongside landmarks like Mohonk Preserve and Stewart Airport.
    2 unique versions available
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