Alston, South Carolina Explained

Alston is an extinct town in Fairfield County, in the U.S. state of South Carolina. The GNIS classifies it as a populated place.

History

The community has the name of Joseph Alston, 44th Governor of South Carolina.^[1] A post office called Alston was established in 1850, and remained in operation until 1928.^[2]

See also

• Spartanburg, Union and Columbia Railroad

References

34.2436°N -81.3167°W

Notes and References

1. Book: Federal Writers' Project. Palmetto Place Names. 1941. Sloane Printing Co.. 21.
2. Web site: Post Offices . Jim Forte Postal History . 29 August 2019.