Ruff, Washington Explained

Ruff is an unincorporated community in Grant County, in the U.S. state of Washington.

History

Ruff was platted in 1910 when the railroad was extended to that point.[1] The community was named in honor of Godfried Ruff, a German settler.[2] A post office was established at Ruff in 1911, and remained in operation until 1954.[3]

References

47.1697°N -118.9983°W

Notes and References

  1. News: Few remain at Ruff . Spokane Daily Chronicle . Sep 8, 1971 . 28 October 2015 . Yost, Richar H. N. . A3.
  2. Book: Meany, Edmond S.. Origin of Washington geographic names. 1923. University of Washington Press. Seattle. 250.
  3. Web site: Grant County . Jim Forte Postal History . 28 October 2015.

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