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1960 Map of Redkey

Name: 1960 Topographic Map of Redkey
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1982
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1982

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The Mississinewa River winds through this landscape at the intersection of Delaware, Jay, and Randolph counties, anchoring a region defined by its agricultural foundations and early industrial rail links. The towns of Dunkirk and Redkey serve as primary hubs, with the latter showing a distinct grid of streets and community landmarks like the Community Church. Transportation infrastructure is dominated by the Conrail and Norfolk and Western railroads, which facilitated the movement of goods through small settlements like Fairview and Shedville.

Beyond the town centers, the rural character is evident in the network of country churches and schools, such as Sugar Grove Church and Sutton School. Local history is deeply etched into the land through numerous family and township burial grounds, including Hillcrest Cemetery and Caylor Cemetery. To the south, the Purdue University Agriculture Experiment Station highlights the area's continued focus on agrarian science and productivity.