1970 Map of East Stoneham

About this map

White Mountain National Forest dominates much of this Oxford County landscape, where the peaks of Albany Mtn, Farwell Mtn, and Peter Mtn define a terrain of sharp relief and deep gaps like New England Notch. The Crooked River and Pleasant River wind through the valleys, supporting small clusters of activity at East Stoneham and Hunts Corner. Local history is preserved in the presence of the Town House and small burial grounds such as Songo Cem and Flat Cem. The map reveals a post-war rural economy transitioning, with timber lands and specialized natural areas like Waterfowl Marsh sitting alongside extractive sites like the Quarry and various Gravel Pits. Water bodies like Keewaydin Lake, Virginia Lake, and the long stretch of Songo Pond indicate a landscape shaped by glacial activity, while the network of pipelines and forest boundaries show the modern management of these Maine woods.