Origanna, Missouri

Origanna is an unincorporated community in Laclede County, in the U.S. state of Missouri.[1]

History

A post office called Origanna was established in 1901, and remained in operation until 1920.[2] It is unknown why the name "Origanna" was applied to this community.[3]

References

  1. U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Origanna, Missouri
  2. "Post Offices". Jim Forte Postal History. Retrieved 24 October 2016.
  3. "Laclede County Place Names, 1928–1945 (archived)". The State Historical Society of Missouri. Retrieved 24 October 2016.

Coordinates: 37°28′42″N 92°30′42″W / 37.47833°N 92.51167°W / 37.47833; -92.51167

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