1914 Map of Malaga

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The Columbia River carves a deep path through this central Washington landscape, serving as the border between Chelan and Douglas counties. This 1914 survey, which reflects the early 20th-century agrarian and industrial development of the region, prominently features the Great Northern railroad running along both banks. This rail infrastructure was vital to the growth of settlements like Malaga and the small station at Hammond. The map shows an exceptionally high density of rural schoolhouses, suggesting a thriving dispersed population; researchers can find specific locations for Valhalla School, Liberty School, and Lower Stemilt School among others.