Almon, Georgia

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]

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References
  1. U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Almon
  2. Krakow, Kenneth K. (1975). Georgia Place-Names: Their History and Origins (PDF). Macon, GA: Winship Press. p. 4. ISBN 0-915430-00-2.



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