Fairmont is an
unincorporated community
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in
Clark County Clark County may refer to:
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, in the
U.S. state
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of
Missouri
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.
History
Fairmont was laid out in 1851, and named for its lofty elevation. A post office called Fairmont was established in 1851, and remained in operation until 1907.
Notable
Fairmont is home to a local fur trading and tanning post.
Beneath a tree rests the leg of Henry Tague, who lost this limb from diabetes and decided to have it given a full ceremonial treatment.
References
Unincorporated communities in Clark County, Missouri
Unincorporated communities in Missouri
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