Elgin, Missouri facts for kids
Elgin is an unincorporated community in Shelby County, in the U.S. state of Missouri.
History
A post office called Elgin was established in 1887, and remained in operation until 1907. The community has the name of George Elgin, a pioneer citizen.
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Famous African-American Inventors:
 | George Robert Carruthers |
 | Patricia Bath |
 | Jan Ernst Matzeliger |
 | Alexander Miles |
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