Barterville, Kentucky Explained

Barterville is an unincorporated community in Nicholas County, in the U.S. state of Kentucky.

History

A post office was established at Barterville in 1879, and remained in operation until 1973.[1] The name most likely refers to deals made in the community through the exchange of goods.[2]

References

38.3789°N -84.0689°W

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Nicholas County . Jim Forte Postal History . 9 October 2015 . dead . https://web.archive.org/web/20160304215430/http://www.postalhistory.com/postoffices.asp?task=display&state=KY&county=Nicholas . 4 March 2016 .
  2. Book: Rennick, Robert M.. Kentucky Place Names. 28 August 2013. University Press of Kentucky. 978-0-8131-4401-6. 58.

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