1956 Map of Ligonier

About this map

The Elkhart River serves as the primary drainage for this Noble County landscape, where the North Branch and South Branch converge near the town of Ligonier. This 1956 topography reveals a region defined by complex glacial features, including the prominent Diamond Hill and a series of kettle lakes and wetlands like Diamond Lake, Eagle Lake, and Red Marsh. The settlement pattern follows the established rail corridors, with Cromwell and Kimmell positioned along the Baltimore and Ohio line, while Ligonier anchors the northern section at the junction of the New York Central and The Republic Highway. Rural community life is anchored by landmarks such as Perry Center Sch and Oak Park Cem, while the southern reaches feature smaller bodies of water like Deer Lake and Whirledge Lake.