1968 Map of Bloxom

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Penn Central rail lines and US Highway 13 parallel one another through the heart of Accomack County, anchoring a series of small agricultural and rail-stop communities. This coastal landscape is defined by its intricate network of necks and marshes, such as Whites Neck and Gargathy Neck, which reach toward the barrier islands of Metomkin Island and Ass Woman Island. Inland, the map documents numerous small settlements including Bloxom, Modest Town, and Guilford, interspersed with local landmarks like Bethel Ch and the North Accomack Sch. The eastern edge reveals a complex aquatic environment of bays and inlets, including Kegotank Bay and Gargathy Inlet, while the presence of a Radio Tower and NASA Wallops Island facilities reflects the intersection of traditional Delmarva life with mid-century technological expansion.