Harriston, Missouri

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

History

Harriston was laid out in 1873 by Dr. N. W. Harris, and named for him.[2] A post office called Harriston was established in 1873, and remained in operation until 1908.[3]

References

  1. U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Harriston, Missouri
  2. "Cooper County Place Names, 1928–1945 (archived)". The State Historical Society of Missouri. Retrieved 22 September 2016.
  3. "Post Offices". Jim Forte Postal History. Retrieved 22 September 2016.

Coordinates: 38°50′04″N 92°56′54″W / 38.83444°N 92.94833°W / 38.83444; -92.94833

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