Danway is an

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in Miller Township, LaSalle County,

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, United States. Danway is northeast of

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History

A post office was established at Danway in 1872, and remained in operation until 1903. The community's name honors Daniel Way, a local pioneer.

References

Unincorporated communities in LaSalle County, Illinois Unincorporated communities in Illinois 1872 establishments in Illinois {{LaSalleCountyIL-geo-stub