White, Washington Explained

White is an unincorporated community in King County, in the U.S. state of Washington.

History

A post office called White was established in 1890, and remained in operation until 1895.[1] The community was named after William H. White, a state judge.[2]

References

47.7075°N -122.0886°W

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Post Offices. Jim Forte Postal History . 27 August 2016.
  2. Book: Meany, Edmond S.. Origin of Washington geographic names. 1923. University of Washington Press. Seattle. 345.

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