Vastus, Missouri
Vastus is an unincorporated community in Butler County, in the U.S. state of Missouri.[1]
History
A post office called Vastus was established in 1891, and remained in operation until 1927.[2] Vastus is a name derived from Latin, signifying "great".[3]
References
- U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Vastus, Missouri
- "Post Offices". Jim Forte Postal History. Retrieved 6 September 2016.
- "Butler County Place Names, 1928–1945 (archived)". The State Historical Society of Missouri. Retrieved 6 September 2016.
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| Footnotes | ‡This populated place also has portions in an adjacent county or counties | |
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