Postal, Missouri facts for kids
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Postal, Missouri
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 Postal, Missouri
Location in Missouri
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| Country | United States |
| State | Missouri |
| County | Pettis |
| Elevation | 823 ft (251 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 660 |
| GNIS feature ID | 741170 |
Postal is a small, quiet place in Pettis County, Missouri, in the United States. 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 managed by the county.
History of Postal: A Community's Past
The community of Postal got its name from a very important building: its country post office. This post office was a central part of life for the people living there. It helped them send and receive letters and packages.
The Postal Post Office: A Hub for Mail
The post office in Postal first opened its doors in 1891. For 13 years, it served the community, connecting residents to the outside world through mail. However, in 1904, the post office closed down.
Education in Postal: The Schoolhouse
Besides the post office, Postal also had a schoolhouse. This was where the children of the community went to learn and grow. Today, the schoolhouse is no longer in use, but it was once a key part of the community's daily life.
