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Marcellus is a small, undeveloped area in Adams County, Washington. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it's a place where people live, but it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town. Instead, it's part of the larger county.

A Look Back: The History of Marcellus

Marcellus had a post office that opened in 1911. This post office was important for people living there, helping them send and receive mail. It stayed open for about 15 years, closing its doors in 1926. No one is quite sure how Marcellus got its name. The reason behind it is a bit of a mystery!

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