Bloomfield, Muskingum County, Ohio Explained

Bloomfield is an unincorporated community in Muskingum County, in the U.S. state of Ohio.

History

Bloomfield was laid out and platted in 1853.[1] The community was named for blooming orchard fields near the original town site.[2] The post office at Bloomfield was called Sago. The Sago post office was established in 1857, and remained in operation until 1902.[3]

References

40.0503°N -81.7422°W

Notes and References

  1. Book: Everhart, F.J.. 1794. History of Muskingum County, Ohio, with illustrations and biographical sketches of prominent men and pioneers. 1882. F.J. Everhart & Co.. 455.
  2. Book: Overman, William Daniel. Ohio Town Names. 1958. Atlantic Press. Akron, OH. 15.
  3. Web site: Muskingum County . Jim Forte Postal History . 5 January 2016.

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