1963 Map of Franklinville

About this map

Ischua Creek carves a deep valley through the Cattaraugus hills, serving as the primary corridor for both the Pennsylvania railroad and the village of Franklinville. This 1963 field-checked survey illustrates a rural landscape defined by narrow valley settlements and high upland ridges like Kingsbury Hill and East Hill. In the village center, the High Sch and Waterworks reflect the established local infrastructure, while the presence of Coal Chutes along the rail line north of Cadiz points to the area's mid-century industrial dependencies. The map provides significant genealogical value, documenting several historic burying grounds including Ten Broeck Cem and Mt Prospect Cem. Outside the main valley, smaller communities like Fitch and Ischua are connected by a network of hollow roads, such as North Hollow Road and Williams Hollow Road, which navigate the steep terrain surrounding the State Reforestation Area.