Manatawny, Pennsylvania Explained

Manatawny is an unincorporated community in Berks County, Pennsylvania, United States. It is located at the junction on PA Route 73 and Hoch Road in Oley Township, a short distance from Pleasantville.

History

A post office called Manatawny was established in 1851, and remained in operation until 1968.[1] The community took its name from nearby Manatawny Creek.[2]

History

40.3836°N -75.7328°W

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Berks County . Jim Forte Postal History . 1 December 2015.
  2. News: Some peculiar post office names in Berks . Reading Eagle . Nov 27, 1910 . 2 December 2015 . 11.