Lumberton, Ohio facts for kids

Lumberton is a small, unincorporated community located in Clinton County, Ohio, in the United States. An "unincorporated community" means it's a place where people live, but it doesn't have its own local government like a city or a village. Instead, it's part of the larger county's government.

History of Lumberton

The story of Lumberton began a long time ago.

• The very first people settled here in 1820.
• However, the official layout of the town, called a "plat," wasn't created until 1853. This plat showed where streets and lots would be.
• A post office, which helps send and receive mail, opened in Lumberton in 1840. It served the community for many years before closing in 1907.
• The community got its name from another place called Lumberton Township, New Jersey.

Images for kids

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  This sign welcomes you to the Lumberton community.

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  Here's a view looking north on US Highway 68 as it passes through Lumberton.