1953 Map of Clinton South

About this map

The South Grand River meanders across the landscape north of Clinton, defining a region where river bottomlands meet industrial development. During the early 1950s, the area's economy was anchored by a robust transportation network including the Missouri Kansas Texas and St Louis San Francisco railroads. While Clinton serves as the primary municipal hub with its City Hall and numerous schools like Franklin Sch and Washington Sch, the southern portion of the map reveals a shift toward heavy industry. Extractive operations such as the Hilty Mine, Johnson Mine, and various Strip Mine sites around Deepwater indicate the importance of coal to the local economy. Rural life is well-documented through scattered landmarks, including Golden Gate Ch and the Dunning Cem, alongside several one-room schoolhouses like Independence Sch and Lime Sch.