Louisville, Lincoln County, Missouri

Louisville is an unincorporated community in Lincoln County, in the U.S. state of Missouri.[1]

History

Louisville was platted in 1832, and most likley was named after Louisville, Kentucky.[2] A post office called Louisville was established in 1834, and remained in operation until 1913.[3]

References

  1. U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Louisville, Lincoln County, Missouri
  2. "Lincoln County Place Names, 1928–1945 (archived)". The State Historical Society of Missouri. Retrieved 26 October 2016.
  3. "Post Offices". Jim Forte Postal History. Retrieved 26 October 2016.

Coordinates: 39°11′59″N 91°10′29″W / 39.19972°N 91.17472°W / 39.19972; -91.17472

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