Old Maps of Ury, West Virginia for Metal Detecting
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Ury, WV maps
(12)- 1891 Map of Raleigh
1891 Raleigh1891 Print · USGSRaleigh County and the New River Gorge are captured in the late nineteenth century during the initial rise of the coal industry. Genealogists can trace family holdings along Paint Creek or locate early river settlements such as Quinnimont and Fire Creek. - 1897 Map of Raleigh
1897 Raleigh1897 Print · USGSThe New River Gorge area at the height of the coal and rail boom comes to life on this late nineteenth-century sheet. Genealogists and historians can trace riverside rail stops like Thurmond and Glenjean, or explore the high-plateau settlement at Marshes P.O. (Trap Hill). - 1902 Map of Raleigh
1902 Raleigh1902 Print · USGSRaleigh County and the New River Gorge were entering their industrial peak when this survey was conducted in the late nineteenth century. Researchers can trace the early rail network of the CHESAPEAKE AND OHIO RR through booming towns like Thurmond, Beury, and East Sewell.3 unique versions available - 1912 Map of Mullens
1912 Mullens1912 Print · USGSCovers Ury, including Mullens, Sophia, and other nearby areas2 unique versions available - 1925 Map of Mullens, 1958 Print
1925 Mullens1958 Print · USGSWest Virginia's coal country comes into sharp focus during the mid-twenties as the Virginian Railway connects mountain hollows. Genealogists can locate family homes near Taliaferro School, Stotesbury, and Glen Rogers along the Guyandot River.2 unique versions available - 1927 Map of Mullens
1927 Mullens1927 Print · USGSSouthern West Virginia’s coal country is shown at its industrial height during the mid-1920s, dominated by the winding path of the Virginian railway. Genealogists can trace hundreds of homes and landmarks in company towns like Mullens, Tams, and Stotesbury.2 unique versions available - 1955 Map of Bluefield
1955 Bluefield1955 Print · USGSThe Central Appalachian borderlands come alive in the mid-fifties, showing the coal and rail networks connecting Bluefield to Beckley. Researchers can trace the industrial landscape of the New River Ordnance Plant and the terrain of Burkes Garden. - 1957 Map of Bluefield, 1967 Print
1957 Bluefield1967 Print · USGSThe heart of Central Appalachia in the mid-fifties is defined by the winding rail lines and river valleys of the coalfields. Researchers can trace the industrial footprints of towns like Welch and Princeton or locate landmarks such as the Bluestone Reservoir and Claytor Lake.2 unique versions available - 1961 Map of Bluefield
1961 Bluefield1961 Print · USGSThe coalfields and mountain ridges of southern West Virginia and southwest Virginia are captured in the early sixties. Genealogists can trace family ties through rail-linked towns like Princeton and Richlands or along the shores of Bluestone Reservoir. - 1967 Map of Lester, 1970 Print
1967 Lester1970 Print · USGSRaleigh County coal country is captured here in the late sixties, showing the peak rail-and-mine network of the Slab Fork District. Researchers can trace the industrial footprint of Stotesbury, Tams, and Helen along the Winding Gulf rail lines.2 unique versions available - 1982 Map of Beckley, 1984 Print
1982 Beckley1984 Print · USGSSouthern West Virginia coal country is captured here in the early eighties as industrial heritage met new wilderness protections. Genealogists and historians can trace the rail-linked communities of Beckley, Oak Hill, and the coal camps near Macdonald. - 2023 Map of Lester, 2023 Print
2023 Lester2023 Print · USGSThe coalfield communities of Raleigh County are captured here in the early twenty-first century, showcasing a landscape of winding hollows and high ridges. Researchers can locate family landmarks such as the Cannaday Cem and follow the historic settlement patterns of Stotesbury, Glen White, and Slab Fork.
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