The Marais des Cygnes River winds through the northeast corner of this Kansas landscape, feeding into the western reaches of Melvern Lake. This agricultural region at the intersection of Lyon, Osage, and Coffey counties is defined by a dense network of tributaries, including Troublesome Cr, Plum Cr, and Winnifred Cr, which drain into the river system. The settlement of Neosho Rapids anchors the southwest corner, while the surrounding countryside preserves several local heritage sites. Genealogists and local historians can find specifically named burial grounds such as Arvonia Cem, Lincoln Cem, Saint Lawrence Cem, and Mount Hope Cem. The topography is marked by modest elevations like Bebo Hill, with a rural road grid providing access to the various sections of these eastern Kansas townships.
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1885 · Eskridge
USGS Topo · 1:125,000
1885 · Burlington
USGS Topo · 1:125,000
1888 · Emporia
USGS Topo · 1:125,000
1889 · Burlingame
USGS Topo · 1:125,000
1889 · Eskridge
USGS Topo · 1:125,000
1894 · Emporia
USGS Topo · 1:125,000
1894 · Eskridge
USGS Topo · 1:125,000
1894 · Burlingame
USGS Topo · 1:125,000
1894 · Burlington
USGS Topo · 1:125,000
1947 · Lawrence
USGS Topo · 1:250,000