1954 Map of Medford

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The Rogue River defines the northern reaches of this mid-century landscape, flowing past the prominent volcanic plateaus of Upper Table Rock and Lower Table Rock. To the south, the city of Medford serves as the regional hub, its grid extending toward the Southern Pacific rail line and the historic Jacksonville. The area shows a transition from the agricultural expanses of the Agate Desert and the river valley to the more industrial and military influences near White City, where the Veterans Hosp and various warehouses are located. Local history is deeply embedded in the rural infrastructure, including several family and community landmarks like Pankey Park Cemetery and the Table Rock School (Abandoned). The topography rises sharply at Roxy Ann Peak to the east and Johns Peak to the west, framing the valley floor where the Medford Airport and Rodeo Grounds signal the town's mid-century development.