1903 Map of New Harmony

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The Wabash River meanders through the western portion of this 1901 survey, defining the border between Indiana and Illinois. The town of New Harmony stands as a focal point, situated near a prominent river cutoff and Ribeyre Island. This landscape is a blend of floodplains and elevated terrain, notably the Mumford Hills near Griffin. The rail infrastructure of the early 1900s is highly developed here, with the Illinois Central and the Evansville and Terre Haute R. R. cutting across the county to serve agricultural hubs like Poseyville and Stewartsville. Small settlements and post offices such as Rapture, Solitude, and Savah are scattered throughout the townships, reflecting a dense rural population before the mid-century shift toward larger urban centers. The intricate network of waterways, including Big Black Creek and Rush Creek, highlights the importance of drainage and local topography in Posey County's development.