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1948 Map of Erie

Name: 1948 Topographic Map of Erie
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1960
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1960

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The Neosho River meanders through the southwestern corner of this mid-century survey, defining the agricultural landscape of Neosho County. The town of Erie serves as a central hub, while the southern settlement of St Paul is anchored by the St Francis Ch and its adjacent St Francis Cem. The infrastructure of the era is clearly visible through the competing routes of the Missouri Kansas Texas and the Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe railroads, which facilitated the region's transport and trade.

A dense network of rural schoolhouses, such as Science Hill Sch, Maple Grove Sch, and Prairie View Sch, indicates a highly organized township system before the widespread consolidation of the late 20th century. Numerous symbols for an Oil Field scattered across the landscape reveal the importance of petroleum extraction alongside traditional farming. Smaller communities like Savonburg and Stark appear as key junctions for local families, with landmarks like the County Home and Township High School providing a detailed view of community life.