Why County Lines Follow Rivers in Some Places and Ignore Them in Others
Why county lines follow rivers in some places and ignore them in others: compare maps and records to distinguish…
Boundaries7 min read
From the map room
A county is more than a line on a map
Eastern County Journal looks at the names, routes, landscapes and records that help explain how counties took shape and how to read them today.
Follow a trail
A Place Name Is a Clue, Not a Complete History
Learn how to read a place name without mistaking one element for a complete history; compare spellings, landscape and local records to assess each clue.
Read the piece
Fresh from the county
Local Records
The Map Margin Matters: Reading Scale, Date and Purpose
Learn how to read county map scale, date and purpose so you can choose evidence that fits your question and avoid…
Local Records8 min read
