Vaughan, West Virginia Explained

Vaughan is an unincorporated community in Nicholas County, in the U.S. state of West Virginia.

History

A post office called Vaughan was established in 1893, and remained in operation until 1958.[1] The community was named after Arthur L. Vaughan, a local merchant who was instrumental in securing the town a post office.[2]

References

38.2783°N -81.1444°W

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Post Offices . Jim Forte Postal History . 4 June 2016.
  2. Book: Kenny, Hamill. West Virginia Place Names: Their Origin and Meaning, Including the Nomenclature of the Streams and Mountains. 1945. The Place Name Press. Piedmont, WV. 647.

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