1929 Map of Peytona

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The Coal River and its winding tributaries dominate this landscape as it appeared following the 1929 cultural revision. The survey reveals a dense network of mountain settlements and mining-related infrastructure, with the Chesapeake and Ohio Railway following the river valleys and connecting towns like Peytona and Nellis. Along the northern edge, the Kanawha River hosts larger hubs such as Marmet and Malden, where the Ohio Railway runs parallel to the water. This era marks a significant point in the region's industrial development, showing how coal and rail interests shaped the placement of local centers like Brushton Costa PO and Bloomingrose. Isolated landmarks such as School No 5 and Williams Sch provide valuable points of reference for genealogists tracing family roots in these narrow hollows and along the many forks of Bull Creek.