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1972 Map of Newtonia

Name: 1972 Topographic Map of Newtonia
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1973
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1973

About this map

Newtonia and the surrounding township lands are captured here during the early 1970s, showcasing a landscape defined by small-town life and deep historical roots. The area is notable for its numerous burial grounds, including the significant Civil War Cem and IOOF Cem south of the main settlement. The St Louis San Francisco railroad cuts a clear path across the terrain, passing through Ritchey and following the course of Shoal Creek.

Industry and local institutions are evident through labels for several tailings piles and a quarry, indicating the region's mineral history. Rural community life is anchored by local congregations and schools, such as the Mountain Grove Ch and East Newton High Sch. The map's detail extends to the numerous springs and branches, like Wurmington Branch, that feed into the local creek system, illustrating the hydrology of this corner of Newton County.