Mize, Georgia

Mize is an unincorporated community in Stephens County, in the U.S. state of Georgia.[1]

History

The community was named after Henry Mize, a pioneer settler.[2] A post office called Mize was established in 1888, and remained in operation until 1935.[3]

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References
  1. U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Mize, Georgia
  2. Krakow, Kenneth K. (1975). Georgia Place-Names: Their History and Origins (PDF). Macon, GA: Winship Press. p. 149. ISBN 0-915430-00-2.
  3. "Post Offices". Jim Forte Postal History. Retrieved 17 March 2019.

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