Scotland, Missouri Explained

Scotland is an unincorporated community in Jasper County, Missouri, United States. It is located slightly northwest of the junction of Missouri Route 66 and Interstate 44/US 71.

A post office called Scotland was established in 1873, and remained in operation until 1908.[1] The community derives its name from Benjamin Scott, a local minister.[2]

References

37.0831°N -94.3772°W

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Post Offices. Jim Forte Postal History . 18 October 2016.
  2. Web site: Jasper County Place Names, 1928–1945 (archived). The State Historical Society of Missouri. 18 October 2016. bot: unknown. https://web.archive.org/web/20160624071656/http://shsmo.org/manuscripts/ramsay/ramsay_jasper.html. 24 June 2016.

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