Mize, Georgia

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

History

The community was named after Henry Mize, a pioneer settler. [2] A post office called Mize was established in 1888, and remained in operation until 1935. [3]

References

  1. ↑ U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Mize, Georgia
  2. ↑ Krakow, Kenneth K. (1975). Georgia Place-Names: Their History and Origins (PDF). Macon, GA: Winship Press. p. 149. ISBN   0-915430-00-2.
  3. ↑ "Post Offices". Jim Forte Postal History. Retrieved March 17, 2019.

34°28′24″N83°20′13″W / 34.47333°N 83.33694°W / 34.47333; -83.33694

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