Manila, Missouri

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

History

A post office called Manila was established in 1898, and remained in operation until 1904.[2] The community takes its name from the Philippine capital of Manila.[3]

References

  1. U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Manila, Missouri
  2. "Post Offices". Jim Forte Postal History. Retrieved 27 November 2016.
  3. "Pettis County Place Names, 1928–1945". The State Historical Society of Missouri. Archived from the original on June 24, 2016. Retrieved November 27, 2016.

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