Elgin, Missouri

Elgin is an unincorporated community in Shelby County, in the U.S. state of Missouri.

History

A post office called Elgin was established in 1887, and remained in operation until 1907. The community has the name of George Elgin, a pioneer citizen.

References

  1. ↑ U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Elgin, Missouri
  2. ↑ "Post Offices". Jim Forte Postal History. Retrieved December 26, 2016.
  3. ↑ "Shelby County Place Names, 1928–1945". The State Historical Society of Missouri. Archived from the original on June 24, 2016. Retrieved December 26, 2016.

39°56′08″N 91°59′49″W / 39.935596°N 91.996840°W / 39.935596; -91.996840