Schell, Maryland and West Virginia explained

Schell is an extinct town in Garrett County, Maryland and Mineral County, West Virginia, United States.

History

A post office called Schell was established in 1883 on the West Virginia side, where it remained in operation until it was discontinued in 1931.[1] The community most likely was named after Augustus Schell, a New York politician and lawyer.[2]

References

39.3419°N -79.2569°W

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Post Offices . Jim Forte Postal History . 1 June 2016.
  2. Book: Kenny, Hamill. West Virginia Place Names: Their Origin and Meaning, Including the Nomenclature of the Streams and Mountains. 1945. The Place Name Press. Piedmont, WV. 557.

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