New Bedford, Ohio

New Bedford is an unincorporated community in Coshocton County, Ohio, United States.[1]

History

New Bedford originally consisted of several cabins and a single tavern.[2] It was laid out in 1825.[3] The community derives its name from Bedford County, Pennsylvania, the native home of a first settler.[4] A post office called New Bedford was established in 1828, and remained in operation until 1955.[5]

References

Coordinates: 40°26′41″N 81°45′54″W / 40.44472°N 81.76500°W / 40.44472; -81.76500


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