Abraham, West Virginia facts for kids
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Abraham
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 Abraham
Location in West Virginia
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| Country | United States |
| State | West Virginia |
| County | Raleigh |
| Elevation | 2,471 ft (753 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP codes |
25955
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| GNIS feature ID | 1553688 |
Abraham is a small community located in the Richmond District of Raleigh County, West Virginia, in the United States. It's known as an "unincorporated community," which means it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town. The community got its name from an old post office, which was named after Armistead Abraham Lilly. He was a lawyer who worked for Raleigh County from 1904 to 1908, helping to bring legal cases to court.
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History of Abraham
The First Post Office
The Abraham Post Office first opened its doors on November 30, 1907. The very first person in charge of the post office, called the postmaster, was George Washington Smith Jr. He served in this important role for many years, until June 1938.
A Family Tradition
After George Washington Smith Jr. retired, his daughter, K. Golda Fox, took over as the postmaster. She continued to serve the community by managing the mail until she retired.
Serving the Area
Long ago, there were actually seven different post offices in the Richmond District. However, over time, these smaller post offices closed. By 1976, the Abraham Post Office became the only one serving the entire area, making it a central point for mail services in the community.
Notable People from Abraham
One famous person connected to Abraham is Command Sergeant Major Basil Leonard Plumley. He was born on January 1, 1920, and passed away on October 10, 2012. He was a real-life soldier whose experiences were featured in the well-known novel and movie called "We Were Soldiers... and Young."
