Leonidas and Fulton serve as the primary population centers in this rural landscape spanning the borders of Kalamazoo, St. Joseph, Calhoun, and Branch Counties. The southern portion of the area is defined by the winding course of the Saint Joseph River, which is fed by Nottawa Creek and Bear Cr. The region is characterized by numerous small lakes and basins, such as Marl Lake, Lehr Lake, and Oliverda Lake, suggesting a glaciated terrain with a high water table. Genealogists can locate several local burial grounds, including Leonidas Cem, Factoryville Cem, South Fulton Cem, and Blossom Cem. The settlement pattern follows a clear grid of section-line roads, such as Michigan Ave and Factoryville Rd, reflecting the agricultural heritage of the Michigan prairie and oak openings.
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1918 · Union City
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1918 · Leonidas
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1944 · Leonidas
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1947 · Union City
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1947 · Leonidas
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1950 · Leonidas
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1950 · Union City
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1953 · Fort Wayne
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1956 · Fort Wayne
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1958 · Grand Rapids
USGS Topo · 1:250,000