Eggville is an unincorporated community in Lee County, Mississippi.
History
Eggville was named for the large amount of eggs produced in the area.[2] A post office operated under the name Eggville from 1889 to 1904.[3]
Eggville was once home to the Northeast Mississippi Sacred Harp Singing Convention.[4]
References
- ^ U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Eggville, Mississippi
- ^ Elkins, Ashley (May 15, 1996). "Many were named after founding fathers and families, some after families". Daily Journal. Retrieved January 20, 2023.
- ^ "Lee County". Jim Forte Postal History. Retrieved January 20, 2023.
- ^ The WPA Guide to Mississippi: The Magnolia State. Washington, D.C.: Works Project Administration. 1938. p. 360.
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