Loco is an unincorporated community in Lincoln County, in the U.S. state of Georgia.

History

The name "Loco" most likely is derived from the Chickasaw language.[1] A post office called Loco was established in 1890, and remained in operation until 1942.[2]

Loco has a Baptist church, which was established in 1895.[3] The GNIS also lists the name as "Loce".[4]

References

  1. ^ Krakow, Kenneth K. (1975). Georgia Place-Names: Their History and Origins (PDF). Macon, GA: Winship Press. p. 135. ISBN 0-915430-00-2.
  2. ^ "Post Offices". Jim Forte Postal History. Retrieved March 13, 2019.
  3. ^ U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Loco Church
  4. ^ U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Loce


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