Vales Mills, Ohio Explained

Vales Mills is an unincorporated community in Vinton County, in the U.S. state of Ohio.

History

The community took its name from Vale's Mill, a sawmill and gristmill.^[1] A post office was established at Vales Mills in 1878, and remained in operation until 1938.^[2] Arthur P. Vale was the first postmaster.

References

39.1778°N -82.3147°W

Notes and References

1. Book: History of Hocking Valley, Ohio: together with sketches of its cities, villages and townships. 1883. Inter-State Pub. Co.. 1371.
2. Web site: Vinton County . Jim Forte Postal History . 9 December 2015.