Wallace, Missouri facts for kids
Wallace is an unincorporated community in southern Buchanan County, Missouri (USA). It is located about twelve miles northwest of Platte City. Its post office has closed and mail now comes from nearby Dearborn.
The community is part of the St. Joseph, MO–KS Metropolitan Statistical Area.
History
Wallace was platted in 1872. The community has the name of a railroad official. A post office called Wallace was established in 1877, and remained in operation until 1966.
Coordinates: 39°33′19″N 94°50′49″W / 39.55528°N 94.84694°W
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