Eastburn, Illinois facts for kids
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Eastburn, Illinois
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Iroquois County's location in Illinois
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 Eastburn, Illinois
Location in Iroquois County, Illinois
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| Country | United States |
| State | Illinois |
| County | Iroquois |
| Elevation | 686 ft (209 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 815 & 779 |
| GNIS feature ID | 422654 |
Eastburn is a small, quiet place located in Iroquois County, in the state of Illinois, United States. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it's a settlement that doesn't have its own local government, like a city or town would. Instead, it's part of the larger county, which handles its services.
Discovering Eastburn's Past
Eastburn got its name from a person named Allen M. Eastburn. He was the very first postmaster for the community. A postmaster is the person in charge of a post office, which is where people send and receive mail.
When Was the Post Office Open?
The post office in Eastburn first opened its doors in 1891. It served the community for about ten years, helping people connect through letters and packages. The post office eventually closed in 1901.
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