1951 Map of Monticello

About this map

The North Fabius River and its sister forks, the Middle Fabius River and Dickerson River, dominate this mid-century portrait of northeastern Missouri. This landscape is defined by the winding river valleys and the upland prairies of the Highland township, where the town of Monticello and the community of Ewing serve as primary centers. The map documents a rural infrastructure in transition, featuring numerous small cemeteries like Finley Cem and Garnett Cem, which are vital for genealogical research. Education in this era was still localized, as evidenced by Ten Mile Sch and Selton Sch, alongside the specifically noted Pleasant Hill Sch (Abandoned). The southern edge of the map is punctuated by the Chicago Burlington and Quincy railroad, which historically connected these agricultural communities to broader markets, while local landmarks such as Gilead Ch and various Quarry sites highlight the area's spiritual and industrial foundations.