1958 Map of Mantey

About this map

Mantey sits as a central settlement in this late-1950s landscape, positioned near the boundary of Linn and Bourbon Counties. The terrain is defined by the winding course of the Little Osage River to the south and several vital drainage systems including Elk Creek and Lost Creek. This survey captures a rural Kansas economy in transition, where traditional agriculture meets active resource extraction. Numerous Strip Mines, a Gravel Pit, and scattered Oil Wells are prominent across the townships of Stanton and Freedom, signaling the area's industrial importance during this era. Local genealogy is well-supported by the inclusion of several burial grounds, such as Shaw Cem, Curry Cem, and Elk Creek Cem, which provide fixed points of reference for families rooted in the region before the 1970s revisions.