Meeks, Georgia Explained

Meeks is an unincorporated community in Johnson County, in the U.S. state of Georgia.

History

The first permanent settlement at Meeks was made ca. 1888.^[1] A post office called Meeks was established in 1893, and remained in operation until 1954.^[2] The community has the name of Henry Meeks, an early settler.

References

32.6189°N -82.5567°W

Notes and References

1. Book: Georgia Place-Names: Their History and Origins . Winship Press . Krakow, Kenneth K. . 1975 . Macon, GA . 145 . 0-915430-00-2.
2. Web site: Post Offices . Jim Forte Postal History . 15 March 2019.