Blackwood, Georgia

Blackwood (also called Blackwood Springs) is an unincorporated community in Gordon County, in the U.S. state of Georgia.[1]

History

A post office called Blackwood was established in 1884, and remained in operation until being discontinued in 1901.[2] Blackwood was named in honor of a Native American (Indian) chief.[3]

References
  1. U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Blackwood, Georgia
  2. "Gordon County". Jim Forte Postal History. Retrieved 26 April 2015.
  3. "Gordon County". Calhoun Times. 1 September 2004. p. 84. Retrieved 26 April 2015.


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