1955 Map of Hillman

About this map

Hillman serves as the central hub of this mid-century survey, situated at the confluence of the Thunder Bay River and its various tributaries. The landscape is a patchwork of state-managed lands, including the Black Lake State Forest and Alpena State Forest, reflecting the region's transition from early timber harvesting to recreational and conservation uses. The social fabric of these rural townships is clearly visible through a high density of one-room schoolhouses like Streasick Sch, Skiera Sch, and Greenwood Sch, which were often the heart of their respective sections. To the south, the massive Fletcher Pond dominates the terrain, while the presence of the Hillman Landing Field and numerous family-named gravel pits indicates the localized transport and resource extraction patterns of the era. Genealogists will find value in the specific placement of St Johns Cem and St Augustine Cem.