Ceylon, Pennsylvania Explained

Ceylon is an unincorporated community in Greene County, in the U.S. state of Pennsylvania.

History

A post office called Ceylon was established in 1868, and remained in operation until it was discontinued in 1917.[1] The community was named after the island of Ceylon.[2]

References

39.8619°N -79.9806°W

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Greene County . Jim Forte Postal History . 3 May 2015.
  2. News: Unusual town names give Greene Co. color . Observer-Reporter . September 4, 1988 . 3 May 2015 . Haney, Christine V. . B1.