1971 Map of Kings

About this map

Davis Junction serves as the primary rail hub on this 1970s landscape, marking the intersection of the Chicago Milwaukee St Paul and Pacific and the Chicago and North Western railroads. This network supported a string of rural settlements across the northern Illinois prairie, including Monroe Center, Holcomb, and Lindenwood. The terrain is characterized by the winding path of Killbuck Creek and prominent local landmarks like Big Mound. Genealogists will find several distinct burial sites such as Big Mound Cem and Killbuck Cem, alongside community features like the Townhall in Lynnville and the White Rock Center. The map also captures the local agricultural economy through a dense grid of named country roads, including Mowers Road and Royster Rd, which connect the scattered farmsteads and small crossroads communities.