1965 Map of Sideview

About this map

The rolling Bluegrass country at the border of Clark, Bourbon, and Montgomery counties is defined by the winding course of Stoner Creek and its many tributaries, including Goose Creek and Cabin Creek. This mid-century survey reveals a rural landscape anchored by historic crossroads and small settlements such as Sideview, Donaldson, and Wades Mill. The southeastern corner of the map features the Chesapeake and Ohio railroad corridor, where the L & E Junction and the community of Thomson served as local transit points. Researchers can trace numerous family-named landmarks and infrastructure, from Sewell Shop and its associated Sewell Shop Road to scattered burial grounds like Prewitt Cem and French Cem. The presence of a Quarry and a Radio Tower indicate the blend of traditional agricultural life and emerging local industry during this period.