1947 Map of Shiloh

About this map

The Cohansey River and its labyrinth of tidal marshes define this agricultural landscape in the late 1940s, where the rural economy of southern New Jersey is deeply tied to water. Along the river's edge, Greenwich Pier and Laning Wharf stand as terminal points for local transport, while the interior is dotted with historic milling sites like Mickles Mill, Seventh Day Mill, and Sheppards Mill. The settlement pattern follows family-named crossroads such as Campbells Corner and Dickerson Corner, reflecting a long history of land ownership and community clusters. Cultural and civic life is anchored by the Town Hall, the County Almshouse, and the County Hospital. Specialized agriculture is evident in the Cranberry bog near Springtown, while the Central RR of New Jersey provides a vital link through Bowentown and the outskirts of Bridgeton.