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Dorans, Illinois
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 Dorans, Illinois
Location in Illinois
Dorans, Illinois
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Illinois |
| County | Coles |
| Elevation | 686 ft (209 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 217 |
| GNIS feature ID | 407317 |
Dorans is an unincorporated community in Coles County, Illinois, United States. Dorans is located on U.S. Route 45, 5 miles (8.0 km) north-northeast of Mattoon.
History
Dorans had its start in 1878 when the railroad was extended to that point. The community was named for Samuel A. Doran, the original owner of the town site. A post office was established at Dorans in 1898, and remained in operation until 1935.
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