1951 Map of La Belle

About this map

The town of La Belle sits at the northern edge of this survey, established as a railroad hub along the Chicago Burlington and Quincy line. The surrounding landscape in Lewis and Knox counties is defined by a dense network of rural infrastructure, showcasing the transition of mid-century Missouri education through its many school districts. While Jeddo Sch and Sweet Oak Sch remained as landmarks, others like Airport Sch and Woodland Sch are specifically noted as abandoned by 1950, reflecting a period of rural consolidation. The terrain is deeply dissected by several watercourses including Troublesome Creek, Million Creek, and Hawkins Branch, which dictate the placement of local homesteads and cemeteries. Genealogists will find particular value in the precise locations of the Washburn Cem and Glover Cem, situated among the winding branches of the Fabius river system.