1962 Map of Valparaiso

Transport networks are dominated by major rail lines including the Pennsylvania and the New York Chicago and St Louis railroads, which cut through the northern half of the quadrangle. Outside the urban core, the terrain transitions into the agricultural reaches of Morgan and Washington townships. Genealogists will find a high density of burial sites such as Graceland Cemetery, St Pauls Cem, and the small White Cem located near Smoke Corner. The southern portion of the map reveals a rural character centered around the settlement of Malden and the Shults-Lewis Childrens Home.