1957 Map of North Vernon

About this map

Sand Creek snakes across this Jennings County landscape, defined by a distinct diagonal rail corridor and the historic Treaty Line that cuts through the northern townships. The settlement at Scipio serves as a focal point where the Pennsylvania railroad crosses the water near a Covered Bridge. This mid-century survey captures a rural environment in transition, where established community landmarks like Pleasant View Ch and Oak Grove Cem sit alongside newer developments like the Drive-in Theater near the southern edge of the sheet. In North Vernon, the convergence of the Baltimore and Ohio railroad and the Armory reflects the town's role as a regional hub. The map provides a clear view of the sprawling creek systems, including Mutton Creek and Wyaloosing Creek, which shaped the early settlement patterns of Geneva and Center townships.