Maxwelton, Washington

Maxwelton is a mostly summer unincorporated community located on the south end of Whidbey Island, Washington.[1][2]

Maxwelton Beach

A post office called Maxwelton was established in 1908, and remained in operation until 1924.[3] The community was named after Maxwelltown, in Scotland.[4]

References

  1. The New Washington: A Guide to the Evergreen State, Best Books on, 1941, p. 524, ISBN 1623760461.
  2. McQuaide, Mike (2012), 75 Classic Rides Washington: The Best Road Biking Routes, The Mountaineers Books, p. 70, ISBN 1594855064.
  3. "Post Offices". Jim Forte Postal History. Retrieved 14 August 2016.
  4. Meany, Edmond S. (1923). Origin of Washington geographic names. Seattle: University of Washington Press. p. 161.



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