Thornwood, Washington
Thornwood is an unincorporated community in Skagit County, in the U.S. state of Washington.[1]
History
A post office called Thornwood was established in 1900, and remained in operation until 1912.[2] The community derives its name from W. J. Thorne, an early resident.[3]
References
- ↑ U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Thornwood, Washington
- ↑ "Post Offices". Jim Forte Postal History. Retrieved 25 August 2016.
- ↑ Meany, Edmond S. (1923). Origin of Washington geographic names. Seattle: University of Washington Press. p. 309.
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Coordinates: 48°35′00″N 122°13′50″W / 48.58333°N 122.23056°W
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