1968 Map of Newport

About this map

The Pend Oreille River serves as the focal point for this late-1960s survey, where the river serves as the state line between Washington and Idaho. The twin settlements of Newport and Oldtown form the region's primary hub, centered around the Courthouse, Hospital, and several schools such as Halstead Sch. The landscape is defined by the competition and cooperation of heavy rail, with the Great Northern and the Chicago Milwaukee St Paul and Pacific lines tracing the riverbanks and mountain bases. From the peak of Cooks Mountain down to the islands of Rat Island and Kelly Island, the map reveals a community deeply integrated with its riverine environment. Further south, smaller stops like Penrith and Scotia appear alongside the winding Little Spokane River, while the Newport Cem and various gravel pits indicate the local development patterns of the era.