1951 Map of Salem

About this map

Salem River and the extensive Mannington Meadow define this landscape of South Jersey, where tidal marshes meet early colonial settlements. The city of Salem serves as the regional hub, its streets leading to historic landmarks like Majors Wharf and the Evergreen Cem. Transportation patterns are dictated by the waterways and the Pennsylvania Seashore Lines, which connects small rural clusters such as Welchville and Fenwick. To the south, Quinton sits along the banks of Alloway Creek, surrounded by productive lands and family-named woods. The map reveals the intricate drainage and bridge system required for this coastal plain, notably at Hancocks Bridge and the New Bridge crossing. Local education and civic life are anchored by several rural schools, including Town Hall Sch and Wyncoop Sch, while industry is represented by sites like Woods Upper Mill.