Elgin, Missouri

History

A post office called Elgin was established in 1887, and remained in operation until 1907.[2] The community has the name of George Elgin, a pioneer citizen.[3]

References

  1. U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Elgin, Missouri
  2. "Post Offices". Jim Forte Postal History. Retrieved December 26, 2016.
  3. "Shelby County Place Names, 1928–1945". The State Historical Society of Missouri. Archived from the original on June 24, 2016. Retrieved December 26, 2016.

39.935596°N 91.996840°W / 39.935596; -91.996840


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