Alum Creek, Ohio

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Alum Creek is an unincorporated community in Delaware County, in the U.S. state of Ohio. [1]

History

A post office called Alum Creek was established in 1838, and remained in operation until 1899. [2] The community takes its name from nearby Alum Creek. [3]

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References

  1. U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Alum Creek, Ohio
  2. "Delaware County". Jim Forte Postal History. Retrieved January 15, 2016.
  3. History of Delaware County and Ohio. O. L. Baskin & Company. 1880. p.  461.

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