1947 Map of Natividad

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The eastern edges of Salinas expand toward the foothills in this mid-century survey, illustrating the city's transition from agricultural center to a modern municipality. This era shows significant educational infrastructure, including the Hartnell College (East Campus), Alisal High Sch, and numerous local elementary buildings like Bardin Sch and Sanborn Sch. To the north, the historic settlement of Natividad sits near the base of the Cienega Del Gabilan, where Gabilan Creek descends toward the valley floor. Large Mexican land grant boundaries, such as El Alisal (Bernal) and La Natividad, are still clearly marked, reflecting the region's ranching heritage. The landscape is a mix of intensive cultivation and aviation, anchored by the Salinas Municipal Airport and the sprawling greenhouses along Natividad Road.