1948 Map of Franklin
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1948 Map of Franklin

USGS Topo · Published 1948

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The city of Franklin serves as the focal point of this Johnson County landscape, characterized by its established institutional presence and post-war infrastructure. The campus of Franklin College and the expansive Masonic Home grounds dominate the local townscape, while the Johnson County Memorial Hospital and the nearby County Home reflect the civic services of the late 1940s. Transportation is defined by the convergence of the Pennsylvania Railroad and New York Central lines, illustrating the region's importance as a rail hub.


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Map Details

Date Portrayed1948
Date Published1948
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22 x 26.9 inches

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CopyrightPublic Domain