1959 Map of Vallonia

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The East Fork White River and Muscatatuck River define the floodplains of this Jackson County landscape, where the flat, drained agricultural lands of the west meet the wooded uplands of the Jackson-Washington State Forest. The historic settlement of Vallonia serves as a central hub, while the village of Brownstown is situated in the north. The presence of the Hoosier National Forest (Nursery) and the Experimental Farm Ponds indicates a mid-century focus on conservation and agricultural research. Local genealogy is well-represented through numerous family burial grounds such as Miller Cem, Weathers Cem, and Burrell Cem, alongside community landmarks like Driftwood Ch and the school and cemetery at Wegan. The Baltimore and Ohio railroad cuts across the northwest, providing a vital transport link for these rural townships during the late 1950s.