1941 Map of Shiloh

About this map

Cohansey River and the broad Delaware River define this coastal landscape, where the tides met a thriving agricultural and milling economy at the dawn of the 1940s. The map reveals an intricate network of drainage companies, such as the Silver Lake Meadow Company and Locust Meadow Company, which managed the low-lying marshes near Canton. Numerous mill sites, including Seventh Day Mill, Mickles Mills, and Sheppards Mill, are marked along the inland creeks, indicating the historical importance of water power to these rural communities. Along the shoreline, maritime infrastructure is visible through the Greenwich Pier and several navigational aids like Ship John Shoal Light. The social fabric of the era is evidenced by local landmarks like the County Almshouse and County Hospital near Shiloh, providing a detailed look at the infrastructure serving Cumberland and Salem Counties before mid-century modernization.