Withers, West Virginia Explained

Withers is an unincorporated community in Gilmer County, in the U.S. state of West Virginia.

History

A post office called Withers was established in 1903, and remained in operation until 1953.[1] The community was named after John Scott Withers, a local lawyer.[2]

References

38.8997°N -80.9644°W

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Post Offices . Jim Forte Postal History . 4 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. 687.