1907 Map of Pontiac

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The Clinton River and its intricate network of surrounding lakes anchor this early 20th-century landscape, revealing a period of significant institutional and infrastructure growth in Oakland County. The city of Pontiac appears as a dense hub of activity, where the Grand Trunk RR and the Detroit Woodward Ave Pontiac Electric RR intersect, signaling the region's transition into a connected industrial and residential corridor. Outside the city center, the terrain is dotted with small rural schoolhouses like Proper School and Basset School, alongside specialized sites such as the Fish Hatchery near Drayton Plains. The map also captures the sprawling grounds of the Asylum and the Oakland County Home, while the presence of the Military Academy on Orchard Lake highlights the era's social and educational landmarks before the post-war suburban expansion transformed these townships.