Andover, Missouri

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

History

Andover had its start in 1873 when the railroad was extended to that point.[2] A post office called Andover was established in 1872, and remained in operation until 1943.[3]

References

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

Coordinates: 40°33′54″N 93°53′43″W / 40.56500°N 93.89528°W / 40.56500; -93.89528

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