Almon is an unincorporated community in Newton County, in the U.S. state of Georgia. [1]
History
A post office called Almon was established in 1886, and remained in operation until 1931. [2] The community derives its name from Thomas J. Almond, an early postmaster. [1]
References
- ^ a b U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Almon
- ^ Krakow, Kenneth K. (1975). Georgia Place-Names: Their History and Origins (PDF). Macon, GA: Winship Press. p. 4. ISBN 0-915430-00-2.
Municipalities and communities of
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| Footnotes | ‡This populated place also has portions in an adjacent county or counties | |
33°37′09″N 83°55′20″W / 33.61917°N 83.92222°W
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