Richwood, Georgia

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

History

Richwood had its start as a lumber town, and most likely was named for the thick woods which once covered the site.[2] A post office called Richwood was established in 1887, and remained in operation until 1947.[3]

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References
  1. U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Richwood, Georgia
  2. Krakow, Kenneth K. (1975). Georgia Place-Names: Their History and Origins (PDF). Macon, GA: Winship Press. p. 188. ISBN 0-915430-00-2.
  3. "Post Offices". Jim Forte Postal History. Retrieved 26 May 2019.



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