1965 Map of Lamar

About this map

The Illinois Central railroad cuts a diagonal line through this borderland, connecting the communities of Lamar and Michigan City as it crosses from Mississippi into Tennessee. This mid-1960s landscape is defined by its rural density, evidenced by a high concentration of family-named landmarks and country churches. The terrain is partitioned by several waterways, including Early Grove Creek, Mount Tena Creek, and Grays Creek, while the Wolf River flows through the northeastern corner. Multiple cemeteries, such as Franklin Cem, Hickory Hill Cem, and Howard Cem, are scattered across the landscape, providing essential touchpoints for genealogical research. The presence of U. S. 72 and a Roadside Park near the center of the sheet reflects the era's developing highway infrastructure amidst an established network of smaller churches like Sim Chapel and Berry Chapel.