1952 Map of Goodells

About this map

Goodells serves as a central hub in this St. Clair County landscape, situated along the Grand Trunk railroad and the Cowhy Drain. The surrounding countryside in Wales and Kenockee townships is characterized by a dense network of early rural schools and family-centered landmarks, reflecting a well-established agrarian community. Local genealogists will find several notable institutions, including the County Infirmary and the Kenockee Cem, alongside numerous educational sites such as Kendall Sch and Wales Center Sch. To the south, the terrain follows the winding path of the Belle River and Rattle Run, where the small settlement of Columbus and the Columbus Sch are located. The map reveals an intricate drainage system including Smiths Creek and Indian Creek, which supported the agricultural development of the region during the early 1950s.