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Prentiss is a small, quiet place in Putnam County, Ohio, in the U.S. state of Ohio. It's known as an unincorporated community. This means it's a small area that doesn't have its own local government, like a mayor or city council. Instead, it's part of the larger county government.

Discovering Prentiss: A Glimpse into its Past

Prentiss began as a stop along a railroad line. Imagine trains chugging through, carrying goods and people! Being a railroad station was important for connecting communities back then.

When Did Prentiss Get a Post Office?

Prentiss even had its own post office for a short time. It opened in 1896. This was a big deal because it meant people could send and receive letters and packages right in their own community. The post office stayed open for about six years, closing its doors in 1902.

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