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Portland, Georgia facts for kids

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Portland is an unincorporated community in Polk County, in the U.S. state of Georgia.

History

A post office called Portland was established in 1911, and remained in operation until it was discontinued in 1929. The community was named after the local Southern States Portland Cement Company, a manufacturer of Portland cement.

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