Winchester, Clark County, Missouri

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

History

Winchester was platted in 1837, and most likely was named after Winchester, Virginia.[2] A post office called Winchester was established in 1840, and remained in operation until 1905.[3]

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References
  1. U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Winchester, Clark County, Missouri
  2. "Clark County Place Names, 1928–1945 (archived)". The State Historical Society of Missouri. Retrieved 19 September 2016.
  3. "Post Offices". Jim Forte Postal History. Retrieved 19 September 2016.



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