1950 Map of Lagro

About this map

Lagro sits at the confluence of the Wabash River and Lagro Creek, serving as a focal point for this mid-century look at the Indiana landscape. The area is defined by the significant waterways of the Salamonie River and the Wabash railroad corridor, which track the river valleys through the central part of the county. High ground is marked by landmarks such as Hanging Rock and Hominy Ridge, providing a contrast to the river bottomlands. Extensive forestation is captured within the Salamonie River State Forest, which surrounds Hominy Ridge Lake. Rural life in the 1950s is documented through numerous country churches like Hopewell Ch and Bethel Ch, alongside small aviation sites like the Lincoln Airport. The map also preserves the locations of several small communities and hamlets, including Dora, New Holland, and Lincolnville, many of which were centers of local activity before modern regional shifts.