Ilesboro, Ohio Explained

Ilesboro is an unincorporated community in Washington Township, Hocking County, Ohio, United States.

History

Ilesboro was platted in 1835.[1] The community was named for Henry Iles, the original owner of the town site.[2] A post office was established at Ilesboro in 1852, and remained in operation until 1902.[3]

References

39.4347°N -82.4533°W

Notes and References

  1. Book: Logan and Hocking County . Arcadia Publishing . Maniskas, Judith S. . 2011 . 26. 9780738582894 .
  2. Book: History of Hocking Valley, Ohio . Inter-State Publishing Co. . 1883 . 1073.
  3. Web site: Hocking County . Jim Forte Postal History . 10 December 2015.

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