Fearnot, Pennsylvania

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.

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