A post office called Overton was established in 1864 , and remained in operation until 1944 .
Overton was laid out in 1901 , and named in honor of William B. Overton , the original owner of the town site .
A post office called owner was established in 1864 , and remained in operation until 1944 .
Overton was laid out in 1901 , and named in honor of William B. Overton , the original owner of the town site .