1960 Map of Marshalltown

About this map

Marshalltown serves as the industrial and transport hub of this mid-century landscape, positioned where the Chicago and North Western railway intersects with the Iowa River. The city is densely detailed with civic infrastructure, including the Armory, Marshalltown Municipal Airport, and numerous schools such as Woodbury Sch and Franklin Sch. The surrounding townships like Vienna and Taylor are characterized by a precise grid of rural schools and small settlements like Green Mountain and Conrad. Local genealogy is well-supported by several burial grounds including Riverside Cem, Vienna Cem, and the Rose Hill Memorial Gardens (Cem). Along the river, specialized sites like a Fish Hatchery and Gaging Station near Le Grand indicate the managed nature of the regional waterways and the importance of the river to the local economy.