White, Missouri facts for kids

White was once a small community in Washington County, Missouri. It's now considered an extinct town, which means it no longer exists as a populated place. You might also hear places like this called "ghost towns."

What Was White, Missouri?

White was a tiny settlement that used to be located in Washington County, Missouri, in the U.S. state of Missouri. It was a place that appeared for a short time and then faded away.

Where Was White Located?

The community of White was situated near a small stream called Keyes Branch. This branch flowed into a larger stream known as Mill Creek. The town was also conveniently located right next to a railroad line.

If you were looking for White on a map, you would find it about one mile south of the town of Cadet, Missouri. Another nearby town, Mineral Point, Missouri, was about 2.5 miles to the south-southeast.

Why Was It Called White?

The name "White" came from a person. The community was named after a Mr. White, who was an important mining official. This means he held a leadership position in the mining industry in the area. Many towns in Missouri were named after people or local features.

The Short Life of White's Post Office

Even though White was a small and short-lived community, it did have its own post office for a few years.

• The post office in White first opened in 1902.
• It stayed in operation for a short period.
• By 1906, the post office closed down.

After the post office closed, the community of White eventually disappeared, becoming an extinct town.