Jefferson, Wayne County, Ohio

Jefferson was platted on June 30, 1829, by Stephen Williams and Alexander Hutchinson. It was surveyed by George Emery. The plat and certificate recorded July 2, 1829.^[1] The community was named after Thomas Jefferson, third President of the United States.^[2] An old variant name of Jefferson was Plain.^[3]

Jefferson became popular as a business center because it was located four miles west of Wooster, the county seat. A coach line passed through Jefferson, which further helped the settlement. However, it was later vacated and Jefferson declined in popularity.^[4] A post office called Plain was established in 1833, and remained in operation until 1907.^[5]

Today, homes and businesses in Jefferson have Wooster addresses. A handful of companies operate here, or near the original settlement. These include B.W. Rogers Co, Kelly's Propane, Professional Textile Services, Central Farm & Garden Inc, and Airgas Store. Jefferson is located at the intersection of N Jefferson Rd and W Old Lincoln Way.^[6]

40°48′06″N 82°01′23″W / 40.80167°N 82.02306°W / 40.80167; -82.02306

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