1942 Map of Pearson

About this map

The Minneapolis Sault Ste Marie and Atlantic RR cuts a path through this timber-rich borderland between Forest and Langlade Counties. This advance sheet, compiled from 1940 aerial photography, reveals a landscape defined by its glacial lakes and the industries that relied on them. Small rail stops like Jones Spur and Pine Snow Siding indicate the area's role in the regional lumber economy, while the presence of the Woodlawn Sch near Lily L points to a growing community in the Northwoods. A notable feature of this map is the large "Unsurveyed Area" in the southern half, reflecting the ongoing nature of topographical mapping in this era. The dense network of water bodies, including Roberts Lake, Pickerel Lake, and Crane Lake, highlights the importance of these lakes for both early settlement and local transit.