1956 Map of Albion

About this map

Albion serves as the central hub of this mid-century Indiana survey, situated at the junction of the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad and a network of county roads. The landscape is defined by the headwaters of the Elkhart River and its various branches, including the South Branch Elkhart River, which snake through a mix of fertile farmland and scattered marshy depressions like The Spread. Small settlements like Wawaka, Brimfield, and Rome City are connected by the New York Central and St. Louis Railroad, illustrating the vital role of rail transport in Noble County's post-war economy. Local institutions such as the County Home, Albion-Jefferson Township Sch, and the County 4H Park provide a clear view of the civic and social infrastructure of the time, while family history is grounded in sites like Rose Hill Cemetery and Orange Cem.