Johnson, Ohio Explained

Johnson is an unincorporated community in Fayette County, in the U.S. state of Ohio.

History

An early variant name was Johnsons Crossing. The community was named for John Johnson, Sr., the original owner of the site.[1] A general store was operated at the crossing.[2]

References

39.5472°N -83.3306°W

Notes and References

  1. Book: Dills, R. S.. History of Fayette County: Together with Historic Notes on the Northwest, and the State of Ohio. Gleaned from Early Authors, Old Maps and Manuscripts, Private and Official Correspondence, and All Other Authentic Sources. 1881. Odell & Mayer. 906.
  2. Book: Allen, Frank M.. History of Fayette County, Ohio: Her People, Industries and Institutions. 1914. B. F. Bowen, Incorporated. 329.

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