1961 Map of Rittman

To the west, the village of Sterling serves as another vital rail junction where the New York Chicago and St Louis line passes through. The map provides a high level of detail for genealogical research, documenting numerous rural burying grounds such as Sterling Union Cem, Flickinger Cem, and Conrad Cem. Small communities and religious landmarks, including Byler and Morning Star Ch, are scattered along the banks of Chippewa Creek and Little Chippewa Creek, reflecting the early 1960s settlement patterns of Wayne and Medina counties.