Chalfants is an

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, in the U.S. state of

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History

Chalfants had its start around 1871 when the railroad was extended to that point. A post office called Chalfants was established in 1877, and remained in operation until 1932.

References

Unincorporated communities in Perry County, Ohio Unincorporated communities in Ohio 1871 establishments in Ohio {{PerryCountyOH-geo-stub