Atchley, Missouri facts for kids

Atchley was once a small community located in Laclede County, Missouri, in the U.S. state of Missouri. It was found about four miles northwest of Lebanon. Today, the land where Atchley used to be is privately owned and used for farming. The Atchley Cemetery is still there, west of Goodwin Hollow Creek.

What Was Atchley?

Atchley was a small settlement that no longer exists. It was named after an early settler named John Eubank Atchley.

Why Was It Named Atchley?

The community got its name from John Eubank Atchley, who was a pioneer settler in the area. Pioneers were some of the first people to move into and settle a new region.

When Did Atchley Have a Post Office?

Atchley had its own post office for a short time. It opened in 1902 and closed just three years later, in 1905. A post office is where people send and receive mail.