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McClainville, Ohio facts for kids

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McClainville is a small, quiet place located in Belmont County, in the U.S. state of Ohio. It's known as an "unincorporated community." This means it doesn't have its own local government, like a mayor or city council, unlike bigger towns or cities. Instead, it's part of the larger county's administration.

A Glimpse into McClainville's Past

McClainville has a short but interesting history. In 1893, a post office was opened in McClainville. A post office is a place where people can send and receive mail. This post office served the community for about 14 years. It closed its doors in 1907. Besides the post office, McClainville was also home to a large factory. This factory made bricks, which were important building materials at the time.

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