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1946 Map of East Brookfield
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1946 Map of East Brookfield

USGS Topo · Published 1946

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East Brookfield and surrounding Worcester County townships are defined by a complex network of glacial ponds and narrow river valleys in this post-war topographic study. The Boston and Albany railroad corridor serves as the primary industrial spine, linking the settlements of Brookfield and Spencer across a landscape punctuated by prominent heights like Hitchcock Mountain and Teneriffe Hill. The prominence of water resources is evident in the connectivity between Lake Lashaway, Quaboag Pond, and the Quaboag River, which historically supported local industry. Genealogists will find significant value in the documentation of the Evergreen Cem and Podunk Cem, along with the industrial site at White Mill. The map also captures smaller clusters such as South Spencer and Mystic Grove, providing a clear view of central Massachusetts rural and village life before late-century suburban expansion.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1946
Date Published1946
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:31,680
Physical Dimensions15.7 x 19.8 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain