New Martinsburg, Ohio Explained

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

History

New Martinsburg was originally called Martinsburg until 1831.[1] The community derives its name from Martinsburg, West Virginia, the native home of a share of the first settlers.[2] A post office was established at New Martinsburg in 1831, and remained in operation until 1906.[3]

References

39.3967°N -83.4639°W

Notes and References

  1. Book: Allen, Frank M.. History of Fayette County, Ohio: Her People, Industries and Institutions. 1914. B. F. Bowen, Incorporated. 316.
  2. Book: Overman, William Daniel. Ohio Town Names. 1958. Atlantic Press. Akron, OH. 98.
  3. Web site: Fayette County . Jim Forte Postal History . 13 December 2015.

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