1972 Map of Newald

About this map

The timbered highlands of the Nicolet National Forest dominate this early 1970s survey, where the convergence of the Chicago and North Western and Soo Line railroads defined the local economy and geography. The small settlement of Newald sits in the northern reaches, while the village of Cavour and the rail interchange at Laona Junction serve as southern anchors for the region. The landscape is a complex of wetlands and waterways, including the winding Peshtigo River and several glacial features like Van Zile Lake and Marsh No 10. Higher elevations are marked by the Consolidated Lookout Tower, a critical vantage point for forest management. This map illustrates the intersection of industrial rail transport and protected wilderness, capturing the character of northern Wisconsin's timber country at a time when fire towers and rail sidings were still essential features of the rural infrastructure.