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1953 Map of Downs South
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1953 Map of Downs South

USGS Topo · Published 1953

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The North Fork Solomon River and South Fork Solomon River converge toward the east in this mid-century survey of Osborne County. The town of Downs occupies the northern valley floor, supported by a sophisticated rail network including the Missouri Pacific and the Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe railroads. The landscape is structured by township boundaries such as Bethany, Ross, and Corinth, reflecting a settled agricultural district organized around local institutions. Rural life is anchored by landmarks like the Cottonwood Sch and High Prairie Sch, along with several community burial grounds including South Solomon Cem and Iowa Cem. Small outposts like Corinth and Forney sit along the rail lines, illustrating the importance of steam and diesel transport to the regional economy before the interstate era.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1953
Date Published1953
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions21.75 x 26.85 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain