1950 Map of Arney

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White River and the Eel River converge at the southern boundary of this Owen County landscape, defining a region where water and rail shaped early settlement patterns. Just north of Point Commerce, the New York Central railroad cuts through the terrain, passing near Worthington and crossing several tributaries like Corbin Creek. The map reveals a deeply established rural community identified by family-named landmarks and country churches, including Antioch Ch and Dutch Bethel Ch in the north. The presence of Farmers Ferry at the bend of the White River suggests a time when local river crossings were vital for commerce and travel between Farmers and the surrounding townships. Numerous small burial grounds, such as the Little John Cem and Oak Grove Cem, are scattered across the hills, offering specific locations for genealogical research in this 1950 survey.