1959 Map of Reading

About this map

The New York Central railroad corridor anchors the city of Reading, serving as a primary transit artery through this portion of Hillsdale County during the mid-twentieth century. The landscape is defined by a dense network of agricultural drainage systems, including the Meade Drain, Cambria Drain, and Prouty Drain, which manage the water levels around numerous glacial lakes such as Bear Lake, Lake Wilson, and Cub Lake. The settlement at Cambria is situated along the St Joseph River near the Cambria Millpond, illustrating the historical reliance on local waterways for industry and community placement.