1970 Map of Verona

About this map

Verona serves as the central hub of this North Dakota prairie landscape, situated along the Northern railroad line as it cuts through the glaciated terrain of LaMoure County. The 1970 landscape is defined by its seasonal wetlands and the winding course of Bear Creek, which meanders south through Ovid and Divide townships. Significant local heritage is documented through the presence of rural cemeteries, including Pilgrims Rest Cem and St Raphael Cem, which provide valuable location data for genealogists and local historians. Large tracts of land are designated as National Wildlife Management Area, indicating a landscape focused on conservation and waterfowl habitat during this era. Scattered Gravel Pits and various fence lines, visible through aerial photography of the period, reveal the agricultural and industrial footprint of this rural community during the late 20th century.