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Guseman is a small, quiet place in Preston County, West Virginia. It's known as an "unincorporated community," which means it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town. Instead, it's part of the larger county.

What is Guseman?

Guseman is located in the beautiful state of West Virginia, specifically within Preston County. Imagine a small area that isn't officially a town or city, but still has people living there. That's what an unincorporated community is! People in Guseman rely on the county for services like roads and schools.

Guseman's Past: A Brief History

This community got its name from an early settler named Jacob Guseman. Many years ago, in 1883, Guseman even had its own post office. This was a busy place where people could send and receive letters and packages. The post office served the community for many years, until 1909, when it closed down.

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