1919 Map of Springport

About this map

Springport and Eaton Rapids anchor this rural landscape as it appeared just after the First World War. The area is defined by a dense network of one-room schoolhouses such as Boody School, Knight School, and Sherd School, reflecting the decentralized community structure of the early 20th century. The Michigan Central Railroad cuts across the terrain, serving small agricultural junctions like Charlesworth and Devereaux. The geography is characterized by glacial features, including the Spicerville Hills and numerous small water bodies like Lanes Lake and Boody Lake. Historical transportation routes are prominent, including the Old Plank Road and the Detroit and Chicago Road, which follow older established paths through the countryside. Near the southern edge, the settlement of Parma sits along the rail line, while the eastern section is marked by the winding path of the Grand River and the rural center at Onondaga.