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1911 Map of Sans Bois, 1936 Print
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1911 Map of Sans Bois

USGS Topo · Published 1936

About this map

Sans Bois Mountains dominate the southern portion of this region, creating a dramatic physical boundary that shaped the early 20th-century settlement and transport patterns of eastern Oklahoma. The map shows the area shortly after statehood, during a period of transition where the Arkansas River and Canadian River served as primary natural corridors while new steel rails began to define commerce. The Midland Valley railroad cuts through the northeast, passing near Stigler, while the Fort Smith and Western line parallels the southern mountain range, connecting towns like Quinton and Kinta. Notable for genealogists is the high density of rural schoolhouses and local meeting points, such as the Belle Starr School and Pope Chapel, which reflect the distributed nature of community life before the consolidation of these smaller districts.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1911
Date Published1936
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:125,000
Physical Dimensions16.8 x 20.2 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain