Hix, Georgia

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

History

A post office called Hix was established in 1880, and remained in operation until 1907. [2] the community was named after A. H. Hix, an early settler. [3]

References

  1. ↑ U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Hix, Georgia
  2. ↑ "Post Offices". Jim Forte Postal History. Retrieved January 4, 2019.
  3. ↑ Krakow, Kenneth K. (1975). Georgia Place-Names: Their History and Origins (PDF). Macon, GA: Winship Press. p. 110. ISBN   0-915430-00-2.

34°10′57″N83°20′30″W / 34.18250°N 83.34167°W / 34.18250; -83.34167

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