Overton, Ohio Explained

Overton is an unincorporated community in Wayne County, in the U.S. state of Ohio. It lies slightly northwest of the county seat, Wooster, Ohio, and southwest of West Salem, Ohio.

History

Overton was platted at an unknown date.[1] A post office called Overton was established in 1892, and remained in operation until 1917.[2]

References

40.8647°N -82.0103°W

Notes and References

  1. Book: History of Wayne County, Ohio. 1910. B.F. Bowen. 404.
  2. Web site: Wayne County . Jim Forte Postal History . 11 January 2016.