1920 Map of Franklin Pond

About this map

The northern border of Franklin and Berkshire marks the international boundary between Vermont and the Dominion of Canada, where Morses Line serves as a distinct point of crossing. The central geography is dominated by Franklin Pond or Lake Carmi and the winding course of the Missisquoi River, which supports industrial hubs like Enosburg Falls. This 1920 Progressive Military Map, compiled from sources including Beer’s Atlas, illustrates a robust transportation network during the peak of rail commerce. Two major lines, the Central Vermont RR and the St. Johnsbury and Lake Champlain RR, connect established villages such as Sheldon Jc. and East Highgate. Local history researchers will find unique smaller settlements such as Pumpkin Village, Bordoville, and St. Rocks, alongside family-named landmarks like Bridgeman Hill and Goodsell Brook, providing a detailed look at the rural economy of Franklin County shortly after the first World War.