Lawrence is an unincorporated community in Whatcom County, in the U.S. state of Washington. [1]
History
A post office called Lawrence was established in 1892, and remained in operation until 1931. [2] The community derives its name from Laura Blankenship, the daughter of a local businessman. [3]
References
- ^ U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Lawrence, Washington
- ^ "Post Offices". Jim Forte Postal History. Retrieved August 14, 2016.
- ^ Meany, Edmond S. (1923). Origin of Washington geographic names. Seattle: University of Washington Press. p. 144.
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48°51′27″N 122°17′37″W / 48.85750°N 122.29361°W
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