Hadley, Missouri facts for kids

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Hadley is a small, quiet place in the southern part of Reynolds County, in the U.S. state of Missouri. It's not a city or town with its own government, but rather a community where people live. Hadley is located near the southeast corner of Reynolds County. It's about 4.5 miles west of a place called Leeper, which is in the next county over, Wayne County.

The Story of Hadley

How Hadley Got Its Name

Hadley got its name from a famous person! It was likely named after Herbert S. Hadley. He was a very important leader in Missouri. Herbert S. Hadley served as the 32nd Governor of Missouri. A governor is like the head leader of a state, similar to a president for a country. They help make important decisions for everyone living in the state.

Hadley's Post Office

A post office was opened in Hadley in 1911. This was a place where people could send and receive letters and packages. Having a post office was very important for communities back then. It helped people stay connected. The post office in Hadley stayed open for many years, finally closing its doors in 1951.

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