Hancock, Missouri

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

History

Hancock was platted in 1869, and named after Jap Hancock, a pioneer settler. [2] A post office called Hancock was established in 1869, and remained in operation until 1955. [3]

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References

  1. U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Hancock, Missouri
  2. "Pulaski County Place Names, 1928–1945". The State Historical Society of Missouri. Archived from the original on June 24, 2016. Retrieved November 27, 2016.
  3. "Post Offices". Jim Forte Postal History. Retrieved December 10, 2016.

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