Lisbon, Missouri Explained

Lisbon is an unincorporated community in Howard County, in the U.S. state of Missouri.

History

A post office called Lisbon was established in 1871, and remained in operation until it was discontinued in 1906.[1] The community was named after Lisbon, Portugal.[2]

References

39.1064°N -92.9064°W

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Howard County . Jim Forte Postal History . 14 April 2015.
  2. News: Odd places give Missouri towns foreign names . The Nevada Daily Mail . Jul 27, 1977 . 7 June 2015 . Merkner, Sue A. . 5.