Fearnot is an unincorporated community in Schuylkill County, in the U.S. state of Pennsylvania.[1]
A post office called Fearnot was established in 1892, and remained in operation until it was discontinued in 1920.[2] The origin of the name Fearnot is obscure.[3] According to tradition, the name "Fearnot" stems from the frequent fighting in the neighborhood; the early townspeople were not afraid of anyone.[4]
Coordinates: 40°38′38″N 76°38′11″W / 40.64389°N 76.63639°W / 40.64389; -76.63639
post code | city | state | latitude | longitude |
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17968 | Fearnot | PA | 40.64397 | -76.63635 |