1970 Map of Marion

About this map

Marion serves as the central hub of this prairie landscape, situated at the junction of the Northern and Burlington railroad lines. The surrounding terrain is organized into the civil townships of Sheridan, Grandview, and Gladstone, reflecting the structured agricultural settlement patterns of the late 20th century. Local family and community history is preserved through numerous rural burial sites, including Lake View Cem, St Johns Cem, and Grace Cem, which are scattered among the section lines and small potholes that dot the plains. A dedicated National Wildlife Management Area in the south and a Gravel Pit near the eastern border illustrate the dual focus on natural conservation and local industry. The map is particularly notable for its inclusion of fine red dashed lines that indicate selected fence and field lines as they appeared during 1969 aerial photography, providing a high level of detail for those studying historical land use.