Panic, Pennsylvania
Panic is an unincorporated community in Jefferson County, Pennsylvania, in the United States.[1]
History
The origin of the place name Panic is obscure. The name might have originated when a pioneer fought off a bear with an axe.[2] Panic has frequently been noted on lists of unusual place names.[3][4][5]
A post office was established at Panic in 1881, and remained in operation until it was discontinued in 1904.[6]
The first church in McCalmont Township was built at Panic in 1871.[7] The township's first store was also established in Panic in 1882.[7] By 1917, Panic was described as a "tiny village".[8]
References
- ↑ U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Panic, Pennsylvania
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Municipalities and communities of Jefferson County, Pennsylvania, United States
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‡This populated place also has portions in an adjacent county or counties
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