Plattsville, Ohio Explained

Plattsville is an unincorporated community in Shelby County, in the U.S. state of Ohio.

History

Plattsville was platted in 1844.[1] The community derives its name from John Platt, a local resident.[2] A post office called Plattsville was established in 1854, and remained in operation until 1901.[3]

References

40.2322°N -84.0775°W

Notes and References

  1. Book: Hitchcock, Almon Baldwin Carrington. History of Shelby County, Ohio, and representative citizens. 1913. 355.
  2. Book: Overman, William Daniel. Ohio Town Names. 1958. Atlantic Press. Akron, OH. 112.
  3. Web site: Shelby County . Jim Forte Postal History . 24 December 2015.

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