Cora, Missouri

Coordinates: 40°06′35″N 93°07′50″W / 40.10972°N 93.13056°W / 40.10972; -93.13056
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Cora is an

East Locust Creek flows past the west side of the community. The Chicago, Burlington and Quincy Railroad passes near the community.[2]

History

Cora was originally called McCullough, and under the latter name was platted in 1877.[3] A post office at Cora was established in 1877, and remained in operation until 1957.[4]

References

  1. ^ U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Cora, Missouri
  2. ^ Browning, MO, 7.5 Minute Topographic Quadrangle, USGS, 1964
  3. ^ "Sullivan County Place Names, 1928–1945". The State Historical Society of Missouri. Archived from the original on June 24, 2016. Retrieved December 27, 2016.
  4. ^ "Post Offices". Jim Forte Postal History. Retrieved November 27, 2016.

40°06′35″N 93°07′50″W / 40.10972°N 93.13056°W / 40.10972; -93.13056