1959 Map of Baxter Springs

About this map

The Spring River and its confluence with Shoal Creek dominate the landscape of Cherokee County in the late 1950s. The region is defined by a dense intersection of industry and civic life, where the presence of a large Chemical Plant and various tailings piles indicate the area's mining and industrial heritage. The town of Baxter Springs serves as a primary hub, featuring neighborhoods served by Lincoln Sch, Washington Sch, and a local Hospital. To the northeast, the city of Galena shows a complex grid of streets and schools, including Liberty Sch and Spring Grove Sch. Rural genealogists will find numerous family landmarks, such as Quaker Valley Cem, Pence Cem, and the Friends Ch. Transportation is anchored by several rail lines, including the Kansas City Southern and St Louis San Francisco, which connect the border settlements of Riverton, Lowell, and Commonwealth near the Oklahoma state line.