1947 Map of Brule

About this map

Bois Brule River snakes northward toward Lake Superior, anchoring a landscape of glacial lakes and managed timberlands in the years following World War II. The southern portion of the map is dominated by the sprawling Brule River State Forest and the significant shoreline of Lake Nebagamon, while the Northern Pacific railroad provides the primary east-west corridor for the timber and agricultural industries. Small, rural Finnish and Scandinavian-influenced settlements like Oulu and Waino are visible through their localized infrastructure, including the Oulu Ch, Waino Sch, and the Town Hall in Oulu. Localized history is further evidenced by the distribution of country schools such as Nelson Sch and Pioneer Sch, and the presence of a Fish Hatchery and Ranger Station along the river, reflecting the region's commitment to conservation and recreation.