Dow, Illinois
Template:Geobox Dow is an unincorporated community in Jersey County, Illinois, United States.
History
Dow was laid out in 1883 when the railroad was extended to that point.[1] The community derives its name from its founder, John McDow.[1]
Education
Dow was served by the public K-12 Jersey Community Unit School District 100. District schools in Dow included Dow Elementary School. The school was closed in June 2011 due to district realignment.
References
- ^ a b Callary, Edward (29 September 2008). Place Names of Illinois. University of Illinois Press. p. 97. ISBN 978-0-252-09070-7.
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