1917 Map of Kerby

About this map

The Illinois River and its numerous tributaries, including Silver Creek, Briggs Creek, and Sucker Creek, define the landscape of this southern Oregon territory during the early twentieth century. Settlement patterns follow the river valleys and mountain passes, with established communities at Kerby, Waldo, and O'Brien serving as hubs for the surrounding wilderness. The map reveals an intensive history of resource extraction, noting several prominent operations such as the Queen of Bronze Mine, Waldo Mine, and the Eureka Mine.