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Barnes was once a small community located in Imperial County, California. It was about 15 miles (24 km) southeast of the city of Imperial. Today, Barnes is no longer an active settlement.

What Was Barnes?

Barnes was a place where people lived and worked for a short time. It was known for having a post office, which is a place where letters and packages are sent and received.

The Barnes Post Office

The post office in Barnes was open for a few years, from 1901 to 1903. This means it was active for only about two years. The community was named after Peter Barnes, who was the very first postmaster there. A postmaster is the person in charge of a post office.

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