1968 Map of Sitka

About this map

Spring River flows across the northern edge of this Sharp County landscape, accompanied by the St Louis-San Francisco railroad line. The terrain is defined by a series of prominent ridges and hills, including Buck Ridge and Hickory Ridge, which separate the various creek valleys. The small settlement of Sitka serves as a central point, surrounded by upland areas like North Lebanon and South Lebanon. Local history is preserved in the numerous family-named landmarks and rural institutions such as Bettis Ch, Pleasant Ridge Ch, and the Hopewell Cem. The drainage patterns are intricate, with Rock Creek, Mill Creek, and Blakes Creek cutting through the highlands. Genealogists can find specific family connections through sites like Schales Cem and Buchannan Cem, which represent the early social fabric of these Ozark foothills.