1943 Map of South Otselic

About this map

South Otselic and the surrounding high ground of Chenango Co and Madison Co define this wartime landscape, as documented in 1943. The region is characterized by a network of small upland settlements and the valley of the Otselic River. Cultural landmarks significant for genealogical research include the Crumb Hill Cem, Woodlawn Cem, and North Pitcher Cem, which serve as anchors for family histories in the townships of Lincklaen and Otselic. The rural infrastructure of the era is evident in the presence of local schools like Pond Sch and Lane Sch, alongside small crossroads such as Mariposa and Waldron Corners. A notable specialized land use is the Fish Hatchery located near the river south of the main village. The terrain is marked by prominent elevations like Crumb Hill and Silas Hill Mountain, which channeled early roads and settlement patterns along the many brooks that feed into the central valley.