Brevator, Missouri

Brevator is an unincorporated community in Lincoln County, in the U.S. state of Missouri.[1]

History

Brevator was platted in 1880, and named after John Brevator, the original owner of the town site.[2] A post office called Brevator was established in 1880, and remained in operation until 1932.[3]

References

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

Coordinates: 38°57′29″N 90°44′35″W / 38.95806°N 90.74306°W / 38.95806; -90.74306

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