1950s Maps of Newton County, Texas

Explore 23 historic maps of Newton County from the 1950s. These maps offer a rare glimpse into what life looked like during the 1950s — showing old roads, neighborhoods, homes, and landmarks that have changed or disappeared over time.

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Newton County, TX maps

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  1. 1952 Map of Lake Charles
    1952 Map of Lake Charles
    1952 Lake Charles
    1952 Print · USGS
    Southwest Louisiana is captured here in the mid-fifties, showing a landscape defined by the rise of the petrochemical industry and deep-water navigation. Researchers can trace family roots through numerous small-town settlements and oil developments like Nibletts Bluff, the Lockport Oil Field, and Starks.

  2. 1953 Map of Alexandria, 1963 Print
    1953 Map of Alexandria, 1963 Print
    1953 Alexandria
    1963 Print · USGS
    Central Louisiana during the early fifties is mapped here at the intersection of the piney woods and the Red River valley. Genealogists and historians can trace the rail-and-river network connecting towns like Alexandria, Natchitoches, and the grounds of Camp Beauregard.
    3 unique versions available

  3. 1954 Map of Toomey
    1954 Map of Toomey
    1954 Toomey
    1954 Print · USGS
    The Louisiana-Texas borderlands in the mid-fifties are defined here by the winding Sabine River and the marshes of Calcasieu Parish. Researchers can locate Nibletts Bluff on the riverbank or trace family names at the Comier Cemetery near Toomey.

  4. 1954 Map of Merryville
    1954 Map of Merryville
    1954 Merryville
    1954 Print · USGS
    Merryville and the Sabine River borderlands are shown here in the mid-1950s, during an era defined by timber and rail transit. Genealogists and local historians can trace family-named sites like Hennican Cem, the path of an old Logging Railroad, and the location of Clines Ferry (Abandoned).

  5. 1954 Map of Bivens
    1954 Map of Bivens
    1954 Bivens
    1954 Print · USGS
    The Sabine River bottomlands of Beauregard Parish were still defined by rail and river trade during the mid-twentieth century. Genealogists and local historians can trace the foundations of Merryville and Bivens, or locate the Green Oak Ch and old logging railroad grades.

  6. 1954 Map of Wiergate, 1958 Print
    1954 Map of Wiergate, 1958 Print
    1954 Wiergate
    1958 Print · USGS
    Newton County in the mid-fifties shows a rural landscape transitioning after the peak of the timber era. Genealogists and local historians can trace the route of a Dismantled railroad and locate family sites like Maddox Cemetery, Survey School, and Mayflower.
    2 unique versions available

  7. 1954 Map of Wiergate SE, 1958 Print
    1954 Map of Wiergate SE, 1958 Print
    1954 Wiergate SE
    1958 Print · USGS
    The Sabine River bottomlands on the Texas-Louisiana border are captured here in the mid-fifties, showing a shifting landscape of oxbows and brakes. Genealogists and local historians can locate Burr Cemetery, Sycamore Church, and trace the path of a dismantled railroad.
    3 unique versions available

  8. 1954 Map of Fairdale, 1958 Print
    1954 Map of Fairdale, 1958 Print
    1954 Fairdale
    1958 Print · USGS
    The deep timberlands of East Texas are captured here in the mid-1950s as the Sabine National Forest reclaimed the landscape. Researchers can trace the path of a dismantled railroad and locate family burial sites at Fairmount Cemetery or Mt Sinai Cemetery.
    2 unique versions available

  9. 1954 Map of Wiergate, 1958 Print
    1954 Map of Wiergate, 1958 Print
    1954 Wiergate
    1958 Print · USGS
    The Sabine River bottomlands and the pine forests of Newton County are shown here in the mid-1950s. Genealogists and local historians can trace family locations through sites like Anthonys Ferry, Fairmount Cemetery, and the Survey School.
    3 unique versions available

  10. 1954 Map of Haddens, 1958 Print
    1954 Map of Haddens, 1958 Print
    1954 Haddens
    1958 Print · USGS
    The Sabine River basin at the Louisiana-Texas border comes to life in this mid-century survey. You can trace old river crossings and family landmarks like Anthonys Ferry, Toledo Cemetery, and Freedom Rest Church.
    3 unique versions available

  11. 1954 Map of Lake Charles, 1964 Print
    1954 Map of Lake Charles, 1964 Print
    1954 Lake Charles
    1964 Print · USGS
    Southwest Louisiana in the mid-fifties is defined by its massive petroleum industry and its complex network of bayous and rail lines. Researchers can trace the development of the Sulphur Mines Oil Field or locate historic settlements like Longville and De Quincy.
    3 unique versions available

  12. 1955 Map of Alexandria
    1955 Map of Alexandria
    1955 Alexandria
    1955 Print · USGS
    Central Louisiana in the mid-fifties is a landscape of river-port cities, sprawling timberlands, and massive military reservations. Genealogists and historians can trace the rail networks of the Texas & Pacific RR and locate sites like Camp Polk Military Reservation and Natchitoches.

  13. 1955 Map of Orange, 1956 Print
    1955 Map of Orange, 1956 Print
    1955 Orange
    1956 Print · USGS
    The Texas-Louisiana borderlands in the mid-fifties center on the industrial hubs and vast marshlands of the Sabine River. Genealogists and historians can locate community sites like Reed Cem, Crossroad Ch, and the Gum Cove Ferry crossing.

  14. 1955 Map of Roganville, 1956 Print
    1955 Map of Roganville, 1956 Print
    1955 Roganville
    1956 Print · USGS
    Deep in the East Texas piney woods during the mid-fifties, this area shows a landscape of timber-focused rail lines and small country congregations. Researchers can locate family landmarks like Cole Springs Cemetery, Holly Springs, and the Zion Lookout tower.
    2 unique versions available

  15. 1955 Map of Bessmay, 1956 Print
    1955 Map of Bessmay, 1956 Print
    1955 Bessmay
    1956 Print · USGS
    In the mid-1950s, the borderlands between Texas and Louisiana were a landscape of rail-connected timber towns and emerging oil fields. Researchers can trace family history through sites like Morse Cemetery and Nichols Creek Church, or locate rail junctions at Bessmay and Buna.
    2 unique versions available

  16. 1957 Map of Texla, 1958 Print
    1957 Map of Texla, 1958 Print
    1957 Texla
    1958 Print · USGS
    Orange County's transition from timber and rail to mid-century residential growth is captured here in the late fifties. Genealogists and local historians can trace family sites like Singleton Cem and the Log Cabin Tabernacle near the old Texla townsite.
    3 unique versions available

  17. 1957 Map of Orangefield, 1958 Print
    1957 Map of Orangefield, 1958 Print
    1957 Orangefield
    1958 Print · USGS
    Southeast Texas at the peak of the mid-century oil boom is detailed here, showing the intricate intersection of rail lines and bayous. Genealogists can locate family landmarks such as Linscomb Cem, Winfree Ch, and the settlement of Mauriceville.
    2 unique versions available

  18. 1957 Map of Mauriceville, 1958 Print
    1957 Map of Mauriceville, 1958 Print
    1957 Mauriceville
    1958 Print · USGS
    Mauriceville and the Orange County wetlands are shown here in the mid-fifties, where rail hubs met the oil and timber landscape. Genealogists and researchers can trace the Kansas City Southern line through Lemonville, find Wilkinson Cem, or locate the Little Cypress Sch.
    3 unique versions available

  19. 1957 Map of Brookeland, 1959 Print
    1957 Map of Brookeland, 1959 Print
    1957 Brookeland
    1959 Print · USGS
    Deep in the Piney Woods during the late fifties, this area shows a landscape defined by timber, rail, and family settlements. Genealogists can trace rural roots at Weeks Settlement, Browndell, and the Low Cem (Historical Mon).
    2 unique versions available

  20. 1958 Map of Kirbyville, 1960 Print
    1958 Map of Kirbyville, 1960 Print
    1958 Kirbyville
    1960 Print · USGS
    Jasper and Newton counties in the late fifties show a landscape of timber-driven growth and rural community centers. Genealogists can trace family landmarks like Wilson Cem, Lewis Chapel, and several local schools from Bon Ami to Salem.
    2 unique versions available

  21. 1959 Map of Merryville, 1960 Print
    1959 Map of Merryville, 1960 Print
    1959 Merryville
    1960 Print · USGS
    The Sabine River bottomlands and the timber country of Newton County and Beauregard Parish are captured here in the late fifties. Genealogists and historians can locate rural landmarks like Shankleville, the Merryville Oil Field, and West Bethlehem.
    2 unique versions available

  22. 1959 Map of Starks, 1960 Print
    1959 Map of Starks, 1960 Print
    1959 Starks
    1960 Print · USGS
    The Sabine River bottomlands and the emerging oil fields of Calcasieu Parish come into focus during the late fifties. Researchers can trace the river's path through Devils Pocket or locate local landmarks like Starks Cem and the North Starks Oil Field.
    3 unique versions available

  23. 1959 Map of Bon Wier, 1960 Print
    1959 Map of Bon Wier, 1960 Print
    1959 Bon Wier
    1960 Print · USGS
    The Sabine River bottomlands at the end of the fifties reveal a landscape of timber, oil, and river-bend settlements. Genealogists can trace family names at Belgrade Cem and Hamm Cem, or locate the Biloxi Sch and Fredonia Ch.
    2 unique versions available

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