Treasureton, Idaho

Treasureton is an unincorporated community in Franklin County, in the U.S. state of Idaho.[1]

History

A post office called Treasureton was established in 1881, and remained in operation until it was discontinued in 1944.[2] William Treasure, the first postmaster, gave the community its name.[3]

References
  1. U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Treasureton, Idaho
  2. "Franklin County". Jim Forte Postal History. Retrieved April 14, 2015.
  3. Stewart, George R. (1970). Princeton Alumni Weekly, Volume 71. p. 13. PRNC:32101081977066.

42°15′55″N 111°50′47″W


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