Smithboro, Missouri facts for kids

Smithboro is a small place located in Reynolds County, in the state of Missouri, USA. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes and people living together, but it doesn't have its own local government, like a city or town would. Instead, it's part of the larger county area.

A Look Back at Smithboro's History

Smithboro got its name from an early settler, a man named Mr. Smith. He was one of the first people to make their home in this area.

A post office was opened in Smithboro in 1901. Back then, post offices were very important. They were the main way people sent and received letters, news, and packages. This post office served the community for a few years, closing its doors in 1909.