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1953 Map of Hudson

Name: 1953 Topographic Map of Hudson
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1955
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1955

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The Cuyahoga River anchors the southern portion of this region, winding through Munroe Falls and the industrial northern edge of Cuyahoga Falls. This mid-century landscape is defined by its transition from the historic Connecticut Western Reserve roots to a suburban-industrial corridor. The area is a hub for several major rail lines, including the Pennsylvania RR and the Baltimore and Ohio RR, which intersect the growing residential centers of Hudson and Stow.

Genealogical researchers can find numerous smaller burial grounds such as Markillie Cem and Cackler Cem, alongside established institutions like the Holy Family Sch and Sill Sch. The presence of small aviation sites like the Mid City Airport and Vandevere Airport reflects the post-war expansion of private flight, while Virginia Kendall State Park preserves the natural character of the western boundary near Boston Heights.