1935 Map of Sullivan

About this map

The town of Sullivan serves as a central hub in this mid-1930s survey of Moultrie County, showing a landscape defined by an extensive grid of country schools and small rail stops. The surrounding prairies are punctuated by an incredible density of local education centers, such as Stringtown Sch, Morning Star Sch, and Dyer Sch, reflecting a time when rural life revolved around these local townships. Rail transportation is a dominant feature, with the Wabash RR, Pennsylvania RR, and Illinois Central RR all intersecting the region, facilitating stops like Fairbanks Sta and Cushman Sta. Significant landmarks include the Masonic Home east of Sullivan and the Jonathan Creek Town Hall, which highlight the civic and social organization of the era. The terrain is divided by the winding path of the Kaskaskia River and Jonathan Creek, which provided natural drainage for the productive agricultural lands.