Frankfort, Washington

Frankfort[1] was originally homesteaded in 1876 in Pacific County on the mouth of the Columbia River near Portuguese Point. In 1890, a planned community was platted by two promoters Frank Bourne and Frank Scott (whence the name).[2][3] Together they envisioned a resort community at the location. Lots were sold on the premise that the railroad would build a line through the community (the only access at the time was via boat). A store and a hotel were built and a newspaper (the Frankfort Chronicle) was established. The financial Panic of 1893 scared away investors, and the town took a downhill turn.

Frankfort survived mainly as a Logging town until just after the turn of the 20th century. Unfortunately, no railroad line ever materialized and Frankfort began fading away. The post office closed in 1918. By 1960, the town had only two residents.[2]

References

  1. ↑ "Frankfort". Geographic Names Information System. United States Geological Survey.
  2. 1 2 Majors, Harry M. (1975). Exploring Washington. Van Winkle Publishing Co. p. 114. ISBN 978-0-918664-00-6.
  3. ↑ Meany, Edmond S. Origin of Washington geographic names. Seattle: University of Washington Press. p. 93.

Coordinates: 46°16′49″N 123°45′22″W / 46.28028°N 123.75611°W / 46.28028; -123.75611

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