title: Howland, Missouri
text: # Howland, Missouri
  
  Howland is an extinct town in Putnam County, in the U.S. state of Missouri. The GNIS classifies it as a populated place.
  
  Howland was platted in 1873. A post office called Howland was established in 1873, and remained in operation until 1932. It is unknown why the name "Howland" was applied to this community.
  
  