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Devil Town, Ohio
Devil Town is an unincorporated community in Wayne County, Ohio, United States.[1] Devil Town is located approximately 5 mi (8.0 km) northwest of Wooster. Clear Creek flows through the community. Land was first sold in the area in 1830. The community was called "Tannersville" because a tannery was established there. There was also a blacksmith shop, grocery store, saloon, post office, and mill.[2] Tannersville later became known as "Devil Town". One explanation is that a resident there frequently used the word "Devil" when speaking. Another explanation is that the residents—seeking relief from the stench of the tannery—were frequently intoxicated and were "real Devils".[2] Mechanicsburg Road runs through Devil Town, and some homes are located there. Little remains of the original community.[2] References
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