Old Maps of Marion County, Texas for Metal Detecting

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Marion County, TX maps

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  1. 1944 Map of Kildare, 1954 Print
    1944 Map of Kildare, 1954 Print
    1944 Kildare
    1954 Print · USGS
    The tri-state border region of Texas, Louisiana, and Arkansas comes alive in this mid-century survey of the bayou country. Genealogists and researchers can trace local landmarks like Mission Chapel, the settlement of Trees, and the rail stops of the Kansas City Southern.

  2. 1944 Map of Caddo Lake, 1954 Print
    1944 Map of Caddo Lake, 1954 Print
    1944 Caddo Lake
    1954 Print · USGS
    The Texas-Louisiana borderlands come into focus in the 1940s, showing the intricate bayou networks and rural communities along the state line. Genealogists can locate family landmarks like Jefferson Forks, Shiloh Sch, and the McDonald Cem tucked between the waters of James Bayou.

  3. 1946 Map of Caddo Lake
    1946 Map of Caddo Lake
    1946 Caddo Lake
    1946 Print · USGS
    The Texas-Louisiana borderlands come into focus in the mid-1940s, showing a landscape shaped by the waters of Caddo Lake. Genealogists and local historians can trace the foundations of rural communities through sites like Latex, Republican Ch, and Shiloh Sch.

  4. 1948 Map of Kildare
    1948 Map of Kildare
    1948 Kildare
    1948 Print · USGS
    The Texas-Louisiana borderlands in the late 1940s reveal a landscape of rail-driven settlements and bayou wetlands. Genealogists and historians can trace old landmarks such as Bonham Landing, the village of Trees, and the Mission Chapel near the Caddo Parish line.

  5. 1956 Map of Tyler
    1956 Map of Tyler
    1956 Tyler
    1956 Print · USGS
    East Texas was a powerhouse of oil production and rail transport during the mid-fifties, centered on the sprawling East Texas Oil Field. Researchers can trace the heritage of industrial hubs like Kilgore, military sites such as the Longhorn Ordnance Works, and many rural landmarks like Mount Enterprise.
    5 unique versions available

  6. 1961 Map of Cunningham Creek, 1963 Print
    1961 Map of Cunningham Creek, 1963 Print
    1961 Cunningham Creek
    1963 Print · USGS
    Cass County, Texas, is documented here in the early 1960s, showing a landscape of bayous and small rural settlements. Genealogists can locate family landmarks like the Bear Creek Cem and Caves Spring Ch or trace the winding course of Black Cypress Creek.

  7. 1961 Map of Lassater, 1964 Print
    1961 Map of Lassater, 1964 Print
    1961 Lassater
    1964 Print · USGS
    East Texas oil and water interests converge in the early sixties as the Lake O' the Pines fills the valley. Genealogists and locals can trace the Louisiana and Arkansas rail line through Lassater or locate Pyland Cem and Mims Chapel.

  8. 1961 Map of Harleton, 1964 Print
    1961 Map of Harleton, 1964 Print
    1961 Harleton
    1964 Print · USGS
    Harrison County settlement patterns in the early sixties reveal a landscape of rural churches and family cemeteries just as Lake O' the Pines began reshaping the terrain. Genealogists and local historians can trace legacy landmarks like Harleton, Liberty Cem, and the community life centered around Piney Ch.
    3 unique versions available

  9. 1962 Map of Kellyville, 1963 Print
    1962 Map of Kellyville, 1963 Print
    1962 Kellyville
    1963 Print · USGS
    Marion County in the early sixties was a landscape of bayous and rail lines at the edge of the newly formed reservoir. Genealogists can trace family roots through the Beamer-Davis Cem and Valley Plains Cem, or locate the Jefferson Rural Academy.
    3 unique versions available

  10. 1962 Map of McLeod, 1963 Print
    1962 Map of McLeod, 1963 Print
    1962 McLeod
    1963 Print · USGS
    The Texas-Louisiana borderlands come into focus in the early sixties, showing a landscape defined by petroleum production and rural rail lines. Researchers can trace family sites and industry via the Kansas City Southern, Josey Cem, and the Refinery near North Rodessa.
    2 unique versions available

  11. 1962 Map of Lanier, 1963 Print
    1962 Map of Lanier, 1963 Print
    1962 Lanier
    1963 Print · USGS
    East Texas at the start of the sixties reveals a landscape shaped by oil, iron ore, and rural settlement. Genealogists can trace family landmarks like Salem Cem and Zion Hill Cem alongside industrial features like the Strip Mines and the Texas and Pacific railroad.

  12. 1962 Map of Marshall NW, 1963 Print
    1962 Map of Marshall NW, 1963 Print
    1962 Marshall NW
    1963 Print · USGS
    East Texas oil and timber lands come alive in the early sixties near the Marion and Harrison county line. Researchers can trace rural community life through landmarks like Woodlawn, Brantly Cem, and the Vickie Oil Field.
    2 unique versions available

  13. 1962 Map of Trees, 1963 Print
    1962 Map of Trees, 1963 Print
    1962 Trees
    1963 Print · USGS
    The Texas-Louisiana borderlands come alive in this early 1960s survey of the James Bayou and Caddo Lake region. Genealogists and historians can trace numerous family burial sites like Burks-Hart Cem and the landings at Stacy Landing or Bonham Landing.
    2 unique versions available

  14. 1962 Map of Woodlawn, 1963 Print
    1962 Map of Woodlawn, 1963 Print
    1962 Woodlawn
    1963 Print · USGS
    Harrison County was a landscape of bayous and rail lines in the early sixties, centered on the community of Woodlawn. Local historians can trace the foundations of the area through Woodlawn Cem, Pope City, and the rural Cypress River Airfield.
    3 unique versions available

  15. 1962 Map of Smithland, 1963 Print
    1962 Map of Smithland, 1963 Print
    1962 Smithland
    1963 Print · USGS
    Marion County in the early sixties reveals a landscape of deep piney woods and the intricate wetlands of Caddo Lake. Genealogists and local historians can trace family ties through sites like Whalley Cem, Moseley Cem, and the rural Logan Chapel.
    3 unique versions available

  16. 1962 Map of Kildare, 1963 Print
    1962 Map of Kildare, 1963 Print
    1962 Kildare
    1963 Print · USGS
    Eastern Texas oil and rail culture meet in the early sixties near the Marion County line. Genealogists and industrial historians can trace the Texas and Pacific rail line through Kildare and locate the Kildare Oil Field and Terrell Cem.
    2 unique versions available

  17. 1962 Map of Jefferson, 1963 Print
    1962 Map of Jefferson, 1963 Print
    1962 Jefferson
    1963 Print · USGS
    Jefferson and the surrounding bayous are shown at a peak of mid-century industrial and rail activity. Researchers can trace the legacy of East Texas through sites like Old Foundry Cem, the Refinery, and the crossing of the Texas and Pacific railroad.
    2 unique versions available

  18. 1962 Map of Potters Point, 1964 Print
    1962 Map of Potters Point, 1964 Print
    1962 Potters Point
    1964 Print · USGS
    Caddo Lake and the borderlands of Texas and Louisiana appear here in the early sixties, showing a landscape defined by its bayous and early industry. Trace the historic landings and settlements of Uncertain, Swansons Landing, and the riverside Elizabeth Ch.
    3 unique versions available

  19. 1962 Map of Karnack, 1964 Print
    1962 Map of Karnack, 1964 Print
    1962 Karnack
    1964 Print · USGS
    Harrison County in the early sixties reveals a landscape shaped by military industry and the winding waters of the Cypress Bayou. Researchers can trace the sprawling Longhorn Ordnance Works and the homes of Karnack and Baldwin.
    2 unique versions available

  20. 1962 Map of Avinger, 1964 Print
    1962 Map of Avinger, 1964 Print
    1962 Avinger
    1964 Print · USGS
    East Texas rail and timber lands are frozen in time during the early sixties, centered on the junction of Avinger and Hughes Springs. Genealogists and local historians can trace rural roots at Mt Moriah Ch, Traylor Sch, and family landmarks like Donaldson Mountain.
    2 unique versions available

  21. 1962 Map of Ore City, 1964 Print
    1962 Map of Ore City, 1964 Print
    1962 Ore City
    1964 Print · USGS
    The development of East Texas lakefront culture is in full swing during the early sixties as Lake O' the Pines reshapes the landscape near Ore City. Genealogists and historians can trace community roots at Cedar Grove Cem or locate old landmarks like the Mims Chapel Lookout Tower.
    3 unique versions available

  22. 1962 Map of Lone Star, 1964 Print
    1962 Map of Lone Star, 1964 Print
    1962 Lone Star
    1964 Print · USGS
    Morris County in the early sixties was a hub of East Texas industry and rural life, from the growing town of Lone Star to the heavy iron works. Researchers can trace the massive Steel Plant, local landmarks like Hospital in the Pines, and old family burial grounds including South Union Cem.
    2 unique versions available

  23. 1984 Map of Tyler
    1984 Map of Tyler
    1984 Tyler
    1984 Print · USGS
    East Texas at the peak of its reservoir-building era shows a landscape defined by new lakes and established rail corridors. Trace the path of the St Louis Southwestern RR or locate industrial sites like the Longhorn Ordnance Works.
    3 unique versions available

  24. 1986 Map of Marshall
    1986 Map of Marshall
    1986 Marshall
    1986 Print · USGS
    East Texas and the Louisiana borderlands are shown in the mid-1980s during a period of sustained industrial and energy production. Researchers can trace family roots through settlements like Ebenezer or study the impact of the Longhorn Army Ammunition Plant and Rodessa Oil Field.
    2 unique versions available

  25. 2010 Map of Avinger, 2010 Print
    2010 Map of Avinger, 2010 Print
    2010 Avinger
    2010 Print · USGS
    Covers Marion County, including Hughes Springs, Avinger, and other nearby areas

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