Fearnot, Pennsylvania Explained

Fearnot is an unincorporated community in Schuylkill County, in the U.S. state of Pennsylvania.

History

A post office called Fearnot was established in 1892, and remained in operation until it was discontinued in 1920.[1] The origin of the name Fearnot is obscure.[2] According to tradition, the name "Fearnot" stems from the frequent fighting in the neighborhood; the early townspeople were not afraid of anyone.[3]

References

40.6439°N -76.6364°W

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Schuylkill County . Jim Forte Postal History . 16 March 2015.
  2. News: From Panic to Tranquility . Reading Eagle . Apr 7, 2003 . 25 May 2015 . B7.
  3. Book: Moyer. Armond. Moyer. Winifred. The origins of unusual place-names. 1958. Keystone Pub. Associates. 49.