Shafter, Missouri
Shafter is an unincorporated community in northwest Linn County, in the central region of the U.S. state of Missouri.[1] It was named after General William Rufus Shafter, a Union Army general during the American Civil War.[2] The town has a population of approximately 500 residents. The community is on Missouri Route DD one mile east of Missouri Route 139. Parson Creek flows past the west side of the community.[3]
History[edit]
Shafter was established in the late 19th century and was primarily a farming community. It is located on the Missouri River and is situationed near the Mark Twain National Forest. A post office called Shafter was established in 1898, and remained in operation until 1906.[4]
Landmarks[edit]
The town has several historic buildings and landmarks, including the Shafter Union Church and the Shafter Schoolhouse. The Shafter Union Church, built in 1868, is a registered historic site and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Events[edit]
Shafter hosts several events throughout the year, including the annual Shafter Homecoming Celebration and the Shafter Community Picnic.[citation needed]
References[edit]
- ^ U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Shafter, Missouri
- ^ "Linn County Place Names, 1928–1945". The State Historical Society of Missouri. Archived from the original on June 24, 2016. Retrieved October 29, 2016.
- ^ Missouri Atlas & Gazetteer, DeLorme, 1st ed., 1998, p. 22, ISBN 0899332242
- ^ "Post Offices". Jim Forte Postal History. Retrieved October 29, 2016.
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