1963 Map of Switz City

About this map

Switz City serves as the primary hub of this west-central Indiana landscape, where the confluence of the Conrail railroad lines met the rural agricultural economy of the mid-20th century. The area is densely marked with family and community burial grounds, including Walker Cem, Bohley Cem, and the Bullerman Cem, providing a rich resource for genealogical research. The physical geography is defined by the winding paths of Lemon Creek, Lattas Creek, and Buck Creek, which are supplemented by an extensive network of man-made drainage such as Letsinger Ditch and Whorley Ditch. Evidence of the region's extractive industry is visible through several Gas Wells and an active Strip Mine and Tipple near the town center. Local community life is anchored by landmarks like Harrah Chapel, the High Sch, and even mid-century recreational spots like the Drive-in Theater and Golf Course.