Algoma, California
Algoma is an extinct town in Siskiyou County, California.
History
Algomah is a name derived from a Native American language.[1] A variant name was "Algomah".[2] A post office called Algomah was established in 1902, and remained in operation until 1909.[3]
References
- ↑ Kroeber, A.L. (1916). "California Place Names of Indian Origin" (PDF). University of California Press Berkeley. p. 34. Retrieved 27 March 2018.
- ↑ U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Algoma, California
- ↑ "Post Offices". Jim Forte Postal History. Retrieved 27 March 2018.
Municipalities and communities of Siskiyou County, California, United States | ||
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| Footnotes | ‡This populated place also has portions in an adjacent county or counties | |
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