Bushburg (formerly spelled Bushberg) is an unincorporated community in Jefferson County, in the U.S. state of Missouri.[1]
History
A post office called Bushberg was established in 1868, and remained in operation until 1904.[2] The community derives its name from Isador Bush, the operator of a local plant nursery.[3]
References
- ↑ U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Bushburg, Missouri
- ↑ "Post Offices". Jim Forte Postal History. Retrieved October 18, 2016.
- ↑ "Jefferson County Place Names, 1928–1945 (archived)". The State Historical Society of Missouri. Archived from the original on June 24, 2016. Retrieved October 18, 2016.
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