1906 Map of Belleville

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The Ohio River forms a jagged western border for this 1903 survey, separating West Virginia from Ohio. Deeply dissected hills define the interior, where small settlements like Wadeville and Rockport are linked by a dense network of winding runs and creeks. The Baltimore and Ohio RR tracks follow the river's edge, connecting the riverfront landing at Belleville with industrial hubs to the north. In the northeast corner, the Little Kanawha River carves a path through the landscape near Mineral Wells. This era shows a transition where river commerce and new rail lines dictated the growth of rural communities. Local history researchers can trace old family-named landmarks like Walkers Crossing or Topins Grove, while the river islands—including Mustapha and Meldahl—provide a look at the natural waterway before modern navigational adjustments.