Fairfax, Highland County, Ohio Explained

Fairfax is an unincorporated community in Highland County, in the U.S. state of Ohio.

History

Fairfax was founded in the 1830s, and named after Fairfax, Virginia, the native home of a first settler.[1] A post office called Fairfax was established in 1851, and remained in operation until 1906.

References

39.0478°N -83.5875°W

Notes and References

  1. Book: Overman, William Daniel. Ohio Town Names. 1958. Atlantic Press. Akron, OH. 44.

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