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1896 Map of Garden
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1896 Map of Garden

USGS Topo · Published 1896

About this map

The Arkansas River serves as the primary corridor for development in the High Plains of western Kansas during the late nineteenth century. Most significant settlements, including Garden, Sherlock, and Pierceville, are concentrated along the northern bank, closely following the path of the Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe (Main Line) railroad. This alignment illustrates the critical role of the rail line in connecting this remote prairie landscape to wider markets, providing a stark contrast to the sparse, section-lined interior to the south.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1896
Date Published1896
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:125,000
Physical Dimensions16.6 x 20.02 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain