Old Maps of Ferguson Township, Pennsylvania

1. 1908 Map of Bellefonte, 1956 Print

   

   1908 Bellefonte

   1956 Print · USGS

   Centre County at the opening of the twentieth century is a landscape of thriving rail hubs and early academic growth. Genealogists and local historians can trace the foundations of Pennsylvania State College and locate vanished rural landmarks like the Silverdale School or Scotia Benore PO.

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4. 1909 Map of Bellefonte

   

   1909 Bellefonte

   1909 Print · USGS

   Centre County at the turn of the century shows a burgeoning academic and industrial landscape centered on the early campus of Pennsylvania State College. Genealogists can trace family names through rural landmarks like Scotia Benore PO, Fairview Church, and the Silverdale School.

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7. 1919 Map of Menno

   

   1919 Menno

   1919 Print · USGS

   Huntingdon County is shown at the end of the first World War, when small-town industry and rail travel still dictated the local rhythm. Genealogists and historians can locate family-named landmarks like McAlevys Fort, Cornpropst Mills, and the Union Church near the county line.

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10. 1922 Map of Philipsburg

    

    1922 Philipsburg

    1922 Print · USGS

    Philipsburg and the northern Allegheny coalfields are captured here in the early twenties during a period of heavy rail and mining activity. Genealogists can trace family locations through dozens of named rural schoolhouses like Klondike School and industrial sites including Cuba Mines and the Central RR of Pennsylvania.

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13. 1923 Map of Tyrone

    

    1923 Tyrone

    1923 Print · USGS

    The industrial and rail corridor of the Juniata Valley is captured here in the early twenties as it winds between massive ridges. Researchers can locate early iron landmarks like Huntingdon Furnace, local schools such as Kinch School, and the rail junction at Tyrone.

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16. 1929 Map of Tyrone

    

    1929 Tyrone

    1929 Print · USGS

    Central Pennsylvania during the 1920s reveals a landscape defined by industrial rail towns and limestone valleys. Trace the route of the Pennsylvania Railroad past historic sites like Graziers Mill and Union Furnace.

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19. 1933 Map of Tyrone

    

    1933 Tyrone

    1933 Print · USGS

    Central Pennsylvania's iron and rail heritage is on full display here in the early thirties as the industrial hub of Tyrone connects the valleys. Genealogists can trace family footprints at Pennsylvania Furnace, Grazier Mill, and dozens of rural schoolhouses like Rural Choice Sch.

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22. 1935 Map of Allensville, 1958 Print

    

    1935 Allensville

    1958 Print · USGS

    The ridge-and-valley country of central Pennsylvania is captured here in the mid-1930s as the local economy shifted toward conservation and forestry. Researchers can find traditional crossroads like McAlevys Fort, local landmarks such as Compropst Mill, and depression-era Owl Gap CCC Camp sites.

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25. 1938 Map of Allensville

    

    1938 Allensville

    1938 Print · USGS

    Central Pennsylvania's valleys and ridges were a hive of rural industry and New Deal activity in the mid-1930s. Researchers can locate vanished schoolhouses and industrial sites like Greenwood Furnace, Cornpropst Mill, and the Mount Gap CCC Camp.

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28. 1939 Map of Philipsburg, 1955 Print

    

    1939 Philipsburg

    1955 Print · USGS

    Central Pennsylvania’s coal and iron country is captured here during the late thirties, showing the rail-linked settlements of the Moshannon Valley. Researchers can trace family roots at Black Oak Sch, find old industrial sites like Martha Furnace, or locate the Rusnak Mine.

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31. 1943 Map of Lewistown

    

    1943 Lewistown

    1943 Print · USGS

    Central Pennsylvania's rugged ridge-and-valley landscape is documented here during the mid-forties, showing the deep integration of rail lines and mountain gaps. Genealogists can trace family footprints through numerous rural landmarks like Emma Chapel, Mattern Junction, and the McNitt School.

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34. 1945 Map of Philipsburg

    

    1945 Philipsburg

    1945 Print · USGS

    Philipsburg and the central Pennsylvania coal country are shown here in the mid-1940s as industry and recreation shaped the landscape. Researchers can trace the legacy of the NEW YORK CENTRAL railroad, find the site of Martha Furnace, or locate rural schools like Hope Sch and Black Oak Sch.

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37. 1946 Map of Tyrone

    

    1946 Tyrone

    1946 Print · USGS

    The valleys of Blair and Huntingdon counties are captured here in the 1940s as rail and river corridors defined local life. Researchers can trace the Pennsylvania Canal, find family-named schoolhouses like Eyer Sch, or locate the historic Huntingdon Furnace.

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40. 1950 Map of Harrisburg, 1952 Print

    

    1950 Harrisburg

    1952 Print · USGS

    Mid-century Central Pennsylvania comes alive through its dense rail networks and river valley settlements during the post-war industrial era. Genealogists and historians can trace family roots through hubs like Harrisburg, locate Carlisle Barracks, or follow the Pennsylvania RR through the Lebanon Valley.

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43. 1953 Map of Pittsburgh

    

    1953 Pittsburgh

    1953 Print · USGS

    Western Pennsylvania's industrial landscape at the start of the fifties shows the steel and rail corridors between Pittsburgh and Altoona. Trace family roots in river towns like Tarentum or follow the Pennsylvania Turnpike across Laurel Hill.

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46. 1954 Map of Pittsburgh

    

    1954 Pittsburgh

    1954 Print · USGS

    Western Pennsylvania in the early fifties remains a powerhouse of heavy industry and vital transit corridors. Genealogists and historians can trace the rail-and-river network connecting Pittsburgh, Johnstown, and Altoona via the Pennsylvania RR and the Lincoln Highway.

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49. 1957 Map of Harrisburg

    

    1957 Harrisburg

    1957 Print · USGS

    Mid-century Central Pennsylvania comes into focus as a bustling network of rail, river, and mountain ridges. Genealogists and historians can trace the development of the State Capitol and surrounding hubs like Middletown, Columbia, and Pottsville.

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52. 1958 Map of Pittsburgh

    

    1958 Pittsburgh

    1958 Print · USGS

    Western Pennsylvania in the late fifties shows an industrial heartland defined by the confluence of the Allegheny River and Monongahela River. Researchers can trace the sprawling rail networks of the Pennsylvania RR and find established towns like Butler, Latrobe, and Windber.

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55. 1959 Map of Pittsburgh

    

    1959 Pittsburgh

    1959 Print · USGS

    Western Pennsylvania in the late fifties is captured here at the height of its industrial era. Genealogists and historians can trace the riverfront growth of Pittsburgh, the rail works at Altoona, and the mountain gaps of Laurel Hill.

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58. 1959 Map of Port Matilda, 1960 Print

    

    1959 Port Matilda

    1960 Print · USGS

    Port Matilda and the Bald Eagle Creek valley are captured here in the late fifties, showing a landscape defined by the railroad and mountain gaps. Trace family history at Blackoak Ch or explore the old industrial site at Martha Furnace.

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61. 1961 Map of Harrisburg

    

    1961 Harrisburg

    1961 Print · USGS

    Central Pennsylvania is shown at a mid-century peak of industrial and military activity, from the Susquehanna water gaps to the fertile Dutch Country. Genealogists and historians can trace the rail corridors of the Pennsylvania RR and find landmarks like Carlisle Barracks or the Anthracite Coal Fields.

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64. 1962 Map of State College, 1964 Print

    

    1962 State College

    1964 Print · USGS

    State College and the Penn State campus are shown in the early sixties during a period of significant collegiate and local growth. Researchers can trace historic campus buildings like Old Main or locate outlying villages such as Boalsburg and Linden Hall.

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67. 1962 Map of Julian, 1965 Print

    

    1962 Julian

    1965 Print · USGS

    Centre County centers on the growth of State College and The Pennsylvania State University in the early sixties. Researchers can find old transportation routes like the Old Railroad Grade and local landmarks including Pine Hall and the State College Air Depot.

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70. 1963 Map of Mc Alevys Fort, 1965 Print

    

    1963 Mc Alevys Fort

    1965 Print · USGS

    North of Huntingdon in the mid-1960s, this area shows a landscape defined by prominent ridges and early industrial sites. Researchers can trace local genealogy at McAlevys Fort or find historic locations like the Jackson-Miller Sch and Greenwood Furnace.

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73. 1963 Map of Franklinville, 1965 Print

    

    1963 Franklinville

    1965 Print · USGS

    Central Pennsylvania’s industrial and agricultural valleys are captured here in the early sixties. Researchers can trace the heritage of Pennsylvania Furnace and locate landmark sites like Indian Caverns and Warriors Mark Airport.

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