1961 Map of Frankfort

About this map

Frankfort serves as the bustling centerpiece of this Clinton County landscape, where the Norfolk and Western rail lines converge near the downtown grid. The map reveals a community well-established by the mid-20th century, featuring landmarks like the County Hospital, County Fairgrounds, and several local schools including Kyger Sch and Lincoln Sch. Beyond the city limits, the rural character of the surrounding townships is defined by a network of drainage ditches like Boyles Ditch and the winding course of South Fork Wildcat Creek. Small clusters of activity persist at Jefferson and Cambria, while numerous family cemeteries such as Bunnell Cem and Bennett Cem are scattered across the agrarian landscape. The presence of Camp Walter S Fowler and the Frankfort Municipal Airport highlights the area's diverse land use, from military recreation to regional aviation infrastructure.