Old Maps of Massillon, Ohio for Metal Detecting

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Massillon, OH maps

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  1. 1901 Map of Massillon, 1955 Print
    1901 Map of Massillon, 1955 Print
    1901 Massillon
    1955 Print · USGS
    Massillon and the Tuscarawas valley thrive at the turn of the century as centers of canal transit and heavy rail industry. Local historians can trace the paths of the Ohio and Erie Canal, the massive Insane Asylum, and coal operations like the Turkeyfoot Mine.
    2 unique versions available

  2. 1901 Map of Canton, 1958 Print
    1901 Map of Canton, 1958 Print
    1901 Canton
    1958 Print · USGS
    Stark County at the turn of the century is a landscape of growing industrial towns and busy rail corridors. Genealogists can trace family roots in New Berlin and Louisville or locate landmarks like Westlawn Cem and the Infirmary.

  3. 1903 Map of Massillon, 1934 Print
    1903 Map of Massillon, 1934 Print
    1903 Massillon
    1934 Print · USGS
    Northeastern Ohio at the start of the century is a landscape of industrial growth and intricate canal-side settlements. Genealogists and historians can trace the early rail-and-water economy through features like the Ohio Canal, Turkeyfoot Mine, and the Insane Asylum.
    2 unique versions available

  4. 1903 Map of Canton, 1939 Print
    1903 Map of Canton, 1939 Print
    1903 Canton
    1939 Print · USGS
    Canton was a flourishing rail and manufacturing center at the dawn of the century, serving as the nexus for multiple major lines. Genealogists can trace early homesteads and community centers near New Berlin, Osnaburg, and the Westlawn Cem.
    2 unique versions available

  5. 1912 Map of Dover, 1939 Print
    1912 Map of Dover, 1939 Print
    1912 Dover
    1939 Print · USGS
    Tuscarawas and Stark Counties are shown in the early twentieth century as coal and rail corridors shaped the valley floors. Researchers can locate unique landmarks like the Octagonal School, the historic Zoar community, and the path of the Ohio Treaty Line.
    2 unique versions available

  6. 1914 Map of Navarre, 1940 Print
    1914 Map of Navarre, 1940 Print
    1914 Navarre
    1940 Print · USGS
    Northeast Ohio’s industrial and rural landscape is shown here as the coal and rail era reached its peak. Genealogists can trace family roots through dozens of local schools like Frogpond School and follow the angled path of the historic Military Treaty Line.
    2 unique versions available

  7. 1944 Map of Navarre
    1944 Map of Navarre
    1944 Navarre
    1944 Print · USGS
    During the mid-1940s, this portion of East Central Ohio was a thriving network of rail-towns and coal mines. Researchers can trace the Treaty Line, locate dozens of rural schoolhouses like Brush College Sch, and see the footprint of Brewster and Sugar Creek.

  8. 1944 Map of Dover
    1944 Map of Dover
    1944 Dover
    1944 Print · USGS
    Eastern Ohio during the mid-1940s reveals a landscape of river-valley industry and rural schoolhouses. Researchers can trace the rail lines of the Wheeling and Lake Erie or locate community hubs like Octagonal Sch and Zoar Station.

  9. 1951 Map of Canton
    1951 Map of Canton
    1951 Canton
    1951 Print · USGS
    The industrial heartland of Ohio and Pennsylvania reached its mid-century peak during this era of heavy rail and river transit. Genealogists and historians can trace the development of steel towns like Aliquippa and Weirton alongside the Ohio River and major lines of the Pennsylvania RR.

  10. 1951 Map of Bolivar, 1968 Print
    1951 Map of Bolivar, 1968 Print
    1951 Bolivar
    1968 Print · USGS
    Tuscarawas and Stark counties during the mid-century are shown here as a landscape of active resource extraction and watershed management. You can trace the path of the Ohio Canal and locate family markers at Fort Laurens Cem and the Siffert Cem.

  11. 1953 Map of Canton
    1953 Map of Canton
    1953 Canton
    1953 Print · USGS
    The industrial heartland of Ohio and Pennsylvania is captured at its mid-century peak in this detailed regional survey. Genealogists and historians can trace the vast rail networks of the Pennsylvania RR and find local landmarks like Nimisila Reservoir and Tappan Reservoir.

  12. 1957 Map of Canton, 1971 Print
    1957 Map of Canton, 1971 Print
    1957 Canton
    1971 Print · USGS
    The industrial heartland of eastern Ohio and western Pennsylvania comes alive in this mid-century survey of the Ohio River Valley. Trace the heritage of rail and river commerce through Pittsburgh, the massive steel towns along the Ohio River, and major junctions on the Pennsylvania RR.
    3 unique versions available

  13. 1958 Map of Canton West, 1960 Print
    1958 Map of Canton West, 1960 Print
    1958 Canton West
    1960 Print · USGS
    Western Canton and its surrounding townships show a period of rapid suburban growth and industrial strength during the late fifties. Genealogists and local historians can trace family locations near Calvary Cemetery, Sippo Lake, and dozens of neighborhood schools like Lehman High Sch.

  14. 1961 Map of Dalton, 1962 Print
    1961 Map of Dalton, 1962 Print
    1961 Dalton
    1962 Print · USGS
    Wayne and Stark counties are captured in the early sixties as a busy landscape of family farms, rail lines, and emerging energy sites. Genealogists and historians can trace family-named landmarks like Sonnenberg Cemetery, Martins Church, and the village of Kidron.
    3 unique versions available

  15. 1961 Map of Bolivar, 1963 Print
    1961 Map of Bolivar, 1963 Print
    1961 Bolivar
    1963 Print · USGS
    Tuscarawas and Stark County landscapes intersect in the early sixties, showing a terrain shaped by historic boundary lines and coal extraction. Researchers can trace the Ohio Canal, locate the Fort Laurens State Memorial, and find family sites like Siffert Cem.
    2 unique versions available

  16. 1961 Map of Navarre, 1963 Print
    1961 Map of Navarre, 1963 Print
    1961 Navarre
    1963 Print · USGS
    Stark County in the early 1960s was a landscape defined by its industrial rail hubs and historic water routes. Genealogists and historians can trace family burial sites like Wellford Baptist Cem and Dietrick Cem or locate former airfield grounds at Ames Airport.
    5 unique versions available

  17. 1961 Map of Massillon, 1963 Print
    1961 Map of Massillon, 1963 Print
    1961 Massillon
    1963 Print · USGS
    Massillon and its surrounding Stark County townships are shown in the early sixties as industrial growth meets the quiet of the Ohio countryside. Genealogists and researchers can trace family roots at Rose Hill Memorial Park, the Old Quaker Cem, or the Massillon State Hospital grounds.
    4 unique versions available

  18. 1962 Map of Canton
    1962 Map of Canton
    1962 Canton
    1962 Print · USGS
    The industrial heartland of Eastern Ohio and Western Pennsylvania thrives in the early sixties as steel mills and rail lines dominate the river valleys. Genealogists and historians can trace local landmarks like McKinley National Memorial, Malone College, and industrial sites such as Republic Steel Corp.
    2 unique versions available

  19. 1967 Map of Canton West, 1969 Print
    1967 Map of Canton West, 1969 Print
    1967 Canton West
    1969 Print · USGS
    Stark County in the late sixties shows the dense urban corridor connecting Canton and Massillon. Genealogists can trace family landmarks like Calvary Cemetery and Brunnerdale Seminary, or locate the Nat Pro Football Hall of Fame.
    3 unique versions available

  20. 1986 Map of Canton
    1986 Map of Canton
    1986 Canton
    1986 Print · USGS
    Northeastern Ohio’s industrial corridor and rural heartland are captured here in the mid-1980s as the region's rail and highway networks reached their modern form. Researchers can trace the layout of Canton and Massillon, locate family sites near West Lawn Cemetery, or explore the grounds of Malone College and Walsh College.
    2 unique versions available

  21. 1994 Map of Massillon, 1998 Print
    1994 Map of Massillon, 1998 Print
    1994 Massillon
    1998 Print · USGS
    Massillon and the Tuscarawas River valley are shown here in the mid-1990s as the region's industrial roots met modern suburban growth. Genealogists and local historians can trace family-named sites like Clapper Cem or locate the sprawling Massillon State Hospital.

  22. 1994 Map of Navarre, 1998 Print
    1994 Map of Navarre, 1998 Print
    1994 Navarre
    1998 Print · USGS
    Navarre and Beach City are captured in the 1990s as the local landscape transitioned from its mining and railroading roots. Researchers can trace family history through numerous rural burial sites like Slutz Cem and Bose Cem or locate the historic Treaty Line.

  23. 1994 Map of Dalton, 1998 Print
    1994 Map of Dalton, 1998 Print
    1994 Dalton
    1998 Print · USGS
    Wayne and Stark Counties in the 1990s showcase a blend of established villages and persistent rural history. Trace the development of local hamlets like Burton City and East Greenville or locate family landmarks such as Sonnenberg Sch and Arnold Cem.

  24. 1994 Map of Bolivar, 1998 Print
    1994 Map of Bolivar, 1998 Print
    1994 Bolivar
    1998 Print · USGS
    The Tuscarawas River valley comes into focus during the late twentieth century, showing a landscape defined by industrial strip mining and frontier history. Trace the remnants of the Ohio Canal and find family sites like Shepler Cem or the Lohr Sch.

  25. 1994 Map of Canton West, 2000 Print
    1994 Map of Canton West, 2000 Print
    1994 Canton West
    2000 Print · USGS
    Stark County’s urban core and surrounding neighborhoods are captured here in the mid-1990s as the suburbs of North Canton and Genoa expanded. Genealogists and local historians can locate family plots in Calvary Cemetery or trace landmarks like McKinley Memorial Park and Meyers Lake.

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