1968 Map of Stoy

About this map

The Main Consolidated Field dominates the landscape of Crawford County, evidenced by a dense network of oil and gas wells concentrated around Oil Center and Stoy. This industrial footprint is woven into a predominantly rural fabric of small settlements and family landmarks. The Illinois Central railroad cuts through the northern portion of the map, serving the community of Stoy and providing a vital transport link for the region's energy resources. To the south, the topography descends toward the Embarras River, where the terrain becomes more varied around waterways like Honey Creek and Painter Creek. Local heritage is anchored by dispersed country churches such as Eureka Ch and Pearl Chapel, alongside numerous burial grounds including Hardinville Cem and Jones Cem. The settlement at Hardinville stands as a central crossroads, surrounded by these legacy institutions and the sprawling petroleum infrastructure of the mid-20th century.