1964 Map of Martinsburg SW

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Rural township life in Dixon County is meticulously detailed in this mid-1960s survey, where the landscape is defined by the drainage of Daily Branch and Powder Creek. The map reveals a high density of community landmarks that suggest a once-vibrant network of neighborhood school districts, including Lone Tree Sch, Longview Sch, and School No 20. Civil administration centers on the Townhall located within the Daily township boundary, while religious and family history is preserved at sites like St Patricks Ch and its associated St Patricks Cem. This record is particularly valuable for genealogists, as it captures the specific placement of rural institutions like Plainview Sch and O'Hara Sch before the consolidation of many such rural districts. The intricate network of field lines and local roads provides a clear picture of the mid-century agricultural footprint across the Clark and Galena townships.