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1954 Map of Vestry

USGS Topo · Published 1955

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De Soto National Forest dominates this mid-century landscape in southern Mississippi, where the headwaters of the Tchoutacabouffa River and Red Creek carve through the coastal piney woods. The settlement patterns of the 1950s are defined by scattered communities like Vestry and Beatrice, and the presence of several lookout towers, such as the University Lookout Tower and Bonnie Chapel Lookout Tower, reflects the era's focus on forest management and fire protection. Genealogists will find significant value in the numerous rural burial sites and places of worship, including Ramsey Cemetery and Good Hope Church. The area’s industrial activity is quietly marked by several Sand Pit and Clay Pit locations, while the complex network of minor waterways like Billie Bayou and Costapia Bayou illustrates the natural drainage patterns toward the Gulf Coast. The map also clearly delineates several county lines, including the junction of Stone, George, and Jackson counties.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1954
Date Published1955
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:62,500
Physical Dimensions17.9 x 20.8 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain