Johnstown is an

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in northeast Bates County, in the

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. The community is on

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one half mile west of the Bates-

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county line. Butler lies 13 miles to the west-southwest. North Deepwater Creek flows past the southwest side of the community.

History

A post office called Johnstown was established in 1856, and remained in operation until 1916. A share of the first settlers having the first name John caused the name Johnstown to be selected.

References

Unincorporated communities in Bates County, Missouri Unincorporated communities in Missouri {{BatesCountyMO-geo-stub