Chilton, Missouri
Chilton is an unincorporated community in Carter County, in the U.S. state of Missouri.[1]
History
Chilton was platted in 1887, and named after James Chilton, a pioneer citizen.[2] A post office called Chilton was established in 1888, and remained in operation until 1942.[3]
References
- ↑ U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Chilton, Missouri
- ↑ "Carter County Place Names, 1928–1945 (archived)". The State Historical Society of Missouri. Archived from the original on 24 June 2016. Retrieved 11 September 2016.
- ↑ "Post Offices". Jim Forte Postal History. Archived from the original on 6 March 2016. Retrieved 11 September 2016.
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Coordinates: 36°55′59″N 90°55′17″W / 36.93306°N 90.92139°W
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