Fearnot, Pennsylvania

Fearnot is an unincorporated community in Schuylkill County, in the U.S. state of Pennsylvania.[1]

History

A post office called Fearnot was established in 1892, and remained in operation until it was discontinued in 1920.[2] The origin of the name Fearnot is obscure.[3]

References

  1. U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Fearnot, Pennsylvania
  2. "Schuylkill County". Jim Forte Postal History. Retrieved 16 March 2015.
  3. "From Panic to Tranquility". Reading Eagle. Apr 7, 2003. pp. B7. Retrieved 25 May 2015.

Coordinates: 40°38′38″N 76°38′11″W / 40.64389°N 76.63639°W / 40.64389; -76.63639


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