1954 Map of Jonesboro

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Fort Gillem US Military Reservation anchors the northern portion of this Clayton County landscape, illustrating the significant military presence south of Atlanta during the mid-20th century. The transition from rural agricultural land to suburban development is evident as the South Expressway cuts through the terrain, connecting established centers like Jonesboro and Morrow. This 1954 survey, updated with 1980s photorevisions, captures a complex network of local landmarks, from the industrial Sewage Disposal sites to community gathering points like Travis Ch and Mathiamar Ch. Large water bodies such as Lake Spivey and Lake Tara define the recreational and residential character of the area, while the Central of Georgia and Southern railroads trace the historic corridors of commerce that built these Georgia towns.