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1952 Map of Kirksville, 1973 Print
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1952 Map of Kirksville

USGS Topo · Published 1973

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Poosey Ridge dominates the upland geography between the meandering courses of Paint Lick Creek and Silver Creek, marking a landscape defined by sharp ridges and deep hollows along the Madison and Garrard County line. During the early 1950s, this region was a network of rural settlements and family-named landmarks connected by winding ridge roads. The presence of numerous local institutions, such as Salem Ch, Beech Grove Ch, and Kirksville Sch, illustrates a community-focused interior where schools and churches served as the primary hubs for scattered farmsteads. Smaller hamlets like Cottonburg, Gilead, and Nina are visible, while the eponymous Kirksville stands as a central point of commerce. Genealogists will find particular value in the detailed placement of family burying grounds, including Sebastian Cem, Coy Cem, and Wheeler Cem, which are often difficult to locate in modern contexts.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1952
Date Published1973
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22 x 26.9 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain