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Leemaster is a small, quiet place in Buchanan County, Virginia, in the United States. It's known as an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes and businesses that isn't officially a town or city with its own local government. Instead, it's part of the larger county.

History of Leemaster

Leemaster has a simple but interesting history. It was named to honor a person who lived in the area a long time ago.

When the Post Office Opened

A post office was first opened in Leemaster in 1905. A post office is a place where people can send and receive mail, buy stamps, and sometimes handle other services like money orders. It was an important part of the community, helping people connect with others far away.

When the Post Office Closed

The post office in Leemaster stayed open for many years. It served the community until 1972, when it was finally closed down. Even though the post office is gone, the name Leemaster still marks this small community in Virginia.

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