Welcome, Georgia

Coordinates: 33°23′47″N 84°52′25″W / 33.39639°N 84.87361°W / 33.39639; -84.87361
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Welcome is an

unincorporated community in Coweta County, in the U.S. state of Georgia.[1]

History

A post office called Welcome was established in 1891, and remained in operation until 1901.[2] Some say the community was named after Welcome Carter, a pioneer settler, while others believe the community was named for the fact the Indians were welcoming to the first settlers.[3]

References

  1. ^ U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Welcome, Georgia
  2. ^ "Post Offices". Jim Forte Postal History. Retrieved June 29, 2019.
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33°23′47″N 84°52′25″W / 33.39639°N 84.87361°W / 33.39639; -84.87361