1971 Map of Delmar

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Delmar straddles the boundary between Delaware and Maryland, serving as a dual-state hub centered on the Pennsylvania railroad line. The settlement patterns in the mid-20th century reveal a mix of small crossroads like Five Points and Walston, alongside concentrated institutional development such as the Salisbury Airport and the State Game Farm. To the south, the city of Salisbury begins to emerge along the Wicomico River, where the landscape is characterized by a series of significant water bodies including Johnson Pond and Leonard Pond. The transition from the rural Parsons No. 5 district to the more developed rail corridor highlights the importance of transportation in shaping the Delmarva Peninsula's growth. Geographers and local historians can trace the intricate network of mill branches and ditches, such as Connelly Mill Branch and Figgs Ditch, which supported the region's early drainage and industry.