1965 Map of Manning

About this map

The Chicago Rock Island and Pacific railroad forms the primary corridor through this Dallas County landscape, connecting the small community of Manning to the broader regional network. The mid-1960s terrain is heavily wooded, defined by the winding paths of Cypress Creek and Mill Creek, and marked by several family-named trails like the Chandler Trail and Hunter Trail. Local heritage is anchored by several rural landmarks, including Cypress Ch and the Chapel Cemetery near Caldwell Chapel. The map reveals an economy tied to both the land and rail, with numerous Gravel Pits scattered across the Manchester and Smith townships, alongside a complex system of drainage branches like Beach Branch and Black Branch.