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1965 Map of Jewett

Name: 1965 Topographic Map of Jewett
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1967
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1967

About this map

Jewett serves as the central hub of Leon County activity in the mid-1960s, defined by the convergence of the Missouri Pacific and the Chicago Rock Island and Pacific railroads. This intersection emphasizes the town’s role as a transit point for the region's resource-based economy, further evidenced by numerous Gravel Pits and various gas wells scattered across the landscape. The surrounding countryside is dotted with small community landmarks, including Independent Sch and Carver Sch, which anchor the rural population near Newby and Concord.

Natural drainage patterns are dominated by the winding paths of Lower Keechi Cr and Mustang Creek, which carve through the wooded terrain. For genealogists, the map is particularly valuable for locating several family and community burial sites, such as Taylor Cem and McMillin Cem, providing a precise look at the distribution of local families before further modern development altered the rural character of the area.