Old Maps of Dayton, Wisconsin for Metal Detecting

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Dayton, WI maps

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  1. 1955 Map of Green Bay, 1968 Print
    1955 Map of Green Bay, 1968 Print
    1955 Green Bay
    1968 Print · USGS
    Central and Eastern Wisconsin are captured here in the mid-fifties, showing the industrial growth of the Fox Valley and Wisconsin River corridors. Genealogists and historians can trace rail lines like the Green Bay and Western through settlements like Weyauwega, Clintonville, and Pulaski.
    2 unique versions available

  2. 1957 Map of Waupaca, 1959 Print
    1957 Map of Waupaca, 1959 Print
    1957 Waupaca
    1959 Print · USGS
    Waupaca and the famous Chain O' Lakes are captured in the late fifties, showing a landscape of small lakeside settlements and rural schoolhouses. Researchers can find Waupaca Boys Camp, trace the old Green Bay and Western line, or locate King and Rural.
    2 unique versions available

  3. 1961 Map of Redgranite, 1963 Print
    1961 Map of Redgranite, 1963 Print
    1961 Redgranite
    1963 Print · USGS
    Waushara County’s kettle lake country is captured here in the early sixties, showing a landscape shaped by stone quarries and summer camps. Researchers can trace the Chicago and North Western rail line and find local landmarks like St Marks Cem and the Wild Rose State Fish Hatchery.
    2 unique versions available

  4. 1961 Map of Saxeville, 1966 Print
    1961 Map of Saxeville, 1966 Print
    1961 Saxeville
    1966 Print · USGS
    The rural town of Saxeville and the surrounding Waushara County countryside are captured here in the early sixties. Genealogists and researchers can trace family roots at Cedar Cem or Hilltop Cem, and locate landmarks like the Wild Rose Sch and Emaus Ch.
    2 unique versions available

  5. 1961 Map of Wild Rose, 1966 Print
    1961 Map of Wild Rose, 1966 Print
    1961 Wild Rose
    1966 Print · USGS
    The village of Wild Rose and its lake-strewn surroundings are captured here in the early sixties before modern development reshaped the landscape. Researchers can locate family landmarks such as Springwater Cem, the Wild Rose State Fish Hatchery, and numerous summer camps like Camp Windego.
    2 unique versions available

  6. 1969 Map of Waupaca, 1972 Print
    1969 Map of Waupaca, 1972 Print
    1969 Waupaca
    1972 Print · USGS
    Waupaca and its surrounding townships are captured in the late sixties as the area balanced its river-based industry with growing recreational lakefronts. Genealogists and local researchers can locate St Mary Magdalene Cem, the settlement of Little Hope, and the path of the Soo Line railroad.

  7. 1969 Map of King, 1972 Print
    1969 Map of King, 1972 Print
    1969 King
    1972 Print · USGS
    Waupaca County lake country is captured here in the late sixties, showing the intricate chain of lakes around the community of King. Genealogists and local historians can trace rural roots through Badger Ch, Barton Sch, and the Pleasant Valley Cem.
    2 unique versions available

  8. 1985 Map of Wisconsin Rapids
    1985 Map of Wisconsin Rapids
    1985 Wisconsin Rapids
    1985 Print · USGS
    Central Wisconsin in the mid-eighties shows a landscape of engineered waterways and active rail corridors between Wisconsin Rapids and Waupaca. Genealogists and researchers can trace local landmarks like Roche A Cri State Park, the SOO LINE, and small settlements like Coddington or Rudolph.
    2 unique versions available

  9. 1992 Map of Waupaca, 1995 Print
    1992 Map of Waupaca, 1995 Print
    1992 Waupaca
    1995 Print · USGS
    Waupaca and its surrounding glacial lake country are captured here during the early nineties, showing the city's relationship with the local river systems. Researchers can trace family roots at Lakeside Cem or locate old community centers like Little Hope and Lind Center.

  10. 2022 Map of Wild Rose, 2022 Print
    2022 Map of Wild Rose, 2022 Print
    2022 Wild Rose
    2022 Print · USGS
    The lakeside communities of Waushara County are captured here during a period of steady growth and recreational importance. Researchers can trace family sites near Wild Rose, locate the Caersalem Cem, or explore the shores of Gilbert Lake and Silver Lake.

  11. 2022 Map of Waupaca, 2022 Print
    2022 Map of Waupaca, 2022 Print
    2022 Waupaca
    2022 Print · USGS
    Waupaca and its surrounding glacial lakes are shown here in the early twenty-first century as a well-developed regional center. Genealogists and historians can trace local family landmarks through Saint Mary Magdalene Cem, Lind Center Cem, and the prominent Waupaca County Courthouse.

  12. 2022 Map of Saxeville, 2022 Print
    2022 Map of Saxeville, 2022 Print
    2022 Saxeville
    2022 Print · USGS
    Saxeville and Pine River anchor this central Wisconsin landscape during the early twenty-first century. Genealogists and local researchers can locate family burial sites at Hilltop Cem or Pine River Cem and trace the waterways of Hatton Creek and Mill Pond.

  13. 2022 Map of King, 2022 Print
    2022 Map of King, 2022 Print
    2022 King
    2022 Print · USGS
    The Waupaca area is shown in recent years, highlighting its intricate glaciated water systems and small rural settlements. Genealogists and historians can trace local landmarks like Parfreyville, Rural, and the Central Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cem.

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