1958 Map of Palmer

About this map

Palmer and the surrounding terrain of the Fifth Principal Meridian define this mid-century Missouri landscape, where the industry of the Ozarks is evidenced by numerous mines and a Tailings Pond. This 1958 field-checked survey reveals a rural settlement pattern centered on family and community hubs like Marler Chapel, Lizzie Ch, and several family cemeteries including Sitton Cem and Horton Cem. The map is dominated by the Harmony Clark National Forest and the Belgrade area, characterized by a dense network of watercourses such as Hazel Creek, Trace Creek, and the Big River. The location of the Tiff Lookout Tower atop a high ridge provides a vantage point over the complex drainage systems of Little Lost Creek and Compton Branch, illustrating the area's timber and mineral resource management.