1957 Map of Glendale

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Glendale and Peoria are the primary urban centers in this mid-century view of the Salt River Valley, where agricultural infrastructure and industrial expansion are clearly visible. The Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe railroad corridor serves as the spine of the region, connecting local cotton gins to larger markets. Water management defines the landscape, with the Arizona Canal and Grand Canal cutting through the terrain to support a grid of farm tracts and newer suburban developments. Notable institutional presence includes the American Institute for Foreign Trade and the Southwest Poultry Experiment Station, reflecting the area's transition from purely rural to a diverse economy. Genealogists can find several burial sites including Resthaven Cemetery and the Russian Molokan Cemetery, while early educational landmarks like Glendale School No 1 and Grand Canyon College mark the community's growth.