Berryton, Georgia
Berryton is an unincorporated community in Chattooga County, in the U.S. state of Georgia.[1]
Berryton
Raccoon | |
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  Berryton Location in Georgia  Berryton Location in the United States | |
| Coordinates: 34°27′00″N 85°23′11″W | |
| Country | United States |
| State | Georgia |
| County | Chattooga |
| Named for | John Berry |
History
Berryton was originally called "Raccoon" after a local textile mill of the same name.[2] A post office called Berryton was established in 1910, and remained in operation until it was discontinued in 1956.[3] The present name is after John Berry, proprietor of the mill.[4][2]
References
- U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Berryton, Georgia
- "Chattooga County". Calhoun Times. September 1, 2004. p. 35. Retrieved April 24, 2015.
- "Chattooga County". Jim Forte Postal History. Retrieved April 25, 2015.
- Krakow, Kenneth K. (1975). Georgia Place-Names: Their History and Origins (PDF). Macon, GA: Winship Press. p. 17. ISBN 0-915430-00-2.
Municipalities and communities of Chattooga County, Georgia, United States | ||
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| Cities |  Map of Georgia highlighting Chattooga County | |
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