Peaksville, Missouri

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

History

Peaksville was platted in 1852, and named after Dr. Peake, a pioneer citizen.[2] A post office called Peakesville was established in 1858, and remained in operation until 1905.[3]

References

  1. U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Peaksville, Missouri
  2. "Clark County Place Names, 1928–1945 (archived)". The State Historical Society of Missouri. Retrieved 18 September 2016.
  3. "Post Offices". Jim Forte Postal History. Retrieved 18 September 2016.

Coordinates: 40°30′25″N 91°41′50″W / 40.50694°N 91.69722°W / 40.50694; -91.69722

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