1911 Map of Franklin
USGS Topo · Published 1924About this map
Franklin serves as the industrial and administrative hub of Venango County in this 1909 survey, positioned at the critical junction where French Creek meets the winding Allegheny River. The era's heavy reliance on rail is evident in the dense network of lines, including the Erie RR and Pennsylvania RR, which follow the riverbanks to serve riverside communities like Reno and Eclipse. Beyond the city center, the landscape transitions into a series of named hills and runs, dotted with rural institutions such as the Oak Forest School and the Bethel Church.
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Editions of this 1911 Franklin Map
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Historical Maps of Cranberry Township Through Time
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