Vernon, West Virginia Explained

Vernon is an unincorporated community in Braxton County, in the U.S. state of West Virginia.

History

A post office called Vernon was established in 1915, and remained in operation until 1940.[1] The town name of Vernon was selected by a local child for unknown reasons.[2]

References

38.7112°N -80.4943°W

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Post Offices . Jim Forte Postal History . 4 June 2016.
  2. Book: Kenny, Hamill. West Virginia Place Names: Their Origin and Meaning, Including the Nomenclature of the Streams and Mountains. 1945. The Place Name Press. Piedmont, WV. 648.

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