1952 Map of Minneapolis South

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Minneapolis spreads across the eastern half of this survey, showcasing the city's celebrated chain of lakes and dense mid-century urban grid. The shoreline of Lake Calhoun and Lake Harriet are surrounded by public parklands like Lyndale Park and Beards Plaisance, illustrating the early 1950s commitment to recreational urban planning. Along the Mississippi River, the landscape is dominated by the Courthouse, Post Office, and a concentrated industrial corridor served by the Great Northern and other major rail lines.