Hancock, Missouri
Hancock is an unincorporated community in Pulaski County, in the U.S. state of Missouri.[1]
History
Hancock was platted in 1869, and named after Jap Hancock, a pioneer settler.[2] A post office called Hancock was established in 1869, and remained in operation until 1955.[3]
References
- U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Hancock, Missouri
- "Pulaski County Place Names, 1928–1945". The State Historical Society of Missouri. Archived from the original on December 10, 2016. Retrieved November 27, 2016.
- "Post Offices". Jim Forte Postal History. Retrieved 10 December 2016.
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| Footnotes | ‡This populated place also has portions in an adjacent county or counties | |
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