1954 Map of Souris

About this map

The town of Souris sits at the heart of this mid-century survey, positioned along the tracks of the Great Northern railroad in Bottineau County. This prairie landscape is defined by its township boundaries and rural social centers, including Mountain View Sch No 3 and Bethesda Ch. The map captures a moment when the international border was a prominent feature, with the line between the Canada United States and Manitoba North Dakota running along the northern edge. Local organization is reflected in the divisions of Scandia, Haram, Eidsvold, and Peabody. A meandering Creek provides the primary drainage through these sections, while Mountain View Cem serves as a grounded reference for genealogists tracing family roots in this agricultural region during the 1950s.