1935 Map of Marks

About this map

The Coldwater River snakes through this Delta landscape, defining a complex network of bayous and oxbow lakes like Bear Lake and Long Lake. The map reveals a dense social infrastructure of small settlements and rural centers during the mid-1930s, marked by a high concentration of community landmarks such as Swan Lake College and the Posey Mound. This era was characterized by an intensive pattern of small churches and schools, including Jones Chapel, Robinson Chapel, and the Arkadelphia Sch, which served the scattered agricultural population. The proximity of the County Farm and various brakes like Carr Brake reflects the managed rural economy of the time. Transport is anchored by the Yazoo And Mississippi Valley railroad, which links the towns of Lula, Jonestown, and Marks. The presence of Jazzland and Flea Harbor provides a glimpse into the local place-naming traditions of the Mississippi Delta.