Thorn, Mississippi
Thorn, also known as Flatwoods, is an unincorporated community in Chickasaw County, Mississippi, United States.
History
Thorn is named for the first postmaster, William Thorn. A post office operated under the name Thorn from 1892 to 1971.
Thorn was once home to a school and general store.
References
- ^ U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Thorn, Mississippi
- ^ Kendall, Ruth. "Busby's history of post offices in Chickasaw County". The Chickasaw Journal. The Daily Journal. Retrieved May 8, 2020.
- ^ "Chickasaw County". Jim Forte Postal History. Retrieved May 8, 2020.
- ^ William V. Muse (December 2008). The Seventh Muse. iUniverse. p. 31. ISBN 978-0-595-52864-6.
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