1890 Map of Suwanee

Transportation before the era of modern highway bridges relied on a dense network of river transit points such as Jones Ferry, Shadburn Ferry, and Dunwoody's Bridge. Small commercial hubs and post offices like Faulkner's Store, Phillip's Store, and Fields Cross Roads served as local landmarks. The intersection of rail lines and river commerce is evident in the growth of settlements like Cumming, Canton, and Ball Ground, providing a detailed look at the region's rural economy during the 1880s.