1948 Map of Voltaire

About this map

The Souris River meanders through the northern portion of this North Dakota landscape, carving a fertile valley through the surrounding plains. To the south, the village of Voltaire serves as a central hub along the Minneapolis St Paul and Sault Ste Marie railroad, a vital transportation artery for the region's agricultural economy. This 1948 topographic study reveals a community-centered settlement pattern typical of the mid-century Midwest, where rural life revolved around local institutions like Hjerdal Ch, Howe Sch, and Roach Sch. Genealogists may find value in the precise locations of the Walley Cem and Westgaard Cem. The map also details the area's natural hydrology, featuring numerous prairie potholes and larger bodies of water such as Stink Lake, Lake Hester, and Erickson Lake, which dot the township of Lebanon.