1950 Map of Ashby

About this map

The town of Ashby serves as the focal point of this mid-century survey, situated at the junction of State Highway 119 and the historic Ashby Turnpike. The landscape is defined by its transition from the Massachusetts uplands into southern New Hampshire, with the New Hampshire Massachusetts state line cutting across the northern portion of the sheet. Local life is anchored by small settlements like South Village and Smithville, while the Boston and Maine Railroad skirts the northeastern corner near Mason Sta. The area's water resources are prominently displayed through the Souhegan River and the significant Fitchburg Reservoir and Ashby Reservoir, which dominate the southern terrain. Notable historical landmarks include the Lyman Sch and the Glenwood Cem, providing specific touchpoints for genealogical research and local history. The topography is a dense network of named peaks, including Jones Hill and Blood Hill, illustrating the post-war rural character of Middlesex and Worcester Counties.