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1970 Map of Prentiss West, 1972 Print
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1970 Map of Prentiss West

USGS Topo · Published 1972

About this map

The Illinois Central railroad cuts a prominent path through this 1970 landscape, connecting the towns of Silver Creek and Prentiss across the Lawrence Co Jefferson Davis Co line. This rural corridor is defined by numerous family-named landmarks and local institutions, such as Williams Sch and Bethany Ch, which speak to the area's established community roots. The terrain is deeply carved by watercourses like Hooker Hollow, Watts Hollow, and White Sand Creek, where the land is frequently marked by Gravel Pits, indicating a reliance on local mineral extraction. Near the eastern edge, the Prentiss-Jefferson Davis County Airport and a Sewage Disposal Pond reflect the mid-century infrastructure supporting the growing county seat. Genealogists will find particular value in the scattered rural burial grounds, including Mikel Cem, Lucas Cem, and Mount Olive Cem, located along the winding roads that traverse the hollows.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1970
Date Published1972
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions21.9 x 26.9 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain