Berryton, Georgia facts for kids
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Berryton
Raccoon
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Country | United States |
State | Georgia |
County | Chattooga |
Named for | John Berry |
Berryton is an unincorporated community in Chattooga County, in the U.S. state of Georgia.
History
Berryton was originally called "Raccoon" after a local textile mill of the same name. A post office called Berryton was established in 1910, and remained in operation until it was discontinued in 1956. The present name is after John Berry, proprietor of the mill.
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