TB, Maryland
TB, Maryland | |
|---|---|
| Country |  United States of America |
| State |  Maryland |
| County |  Prince George's |
| Elevation | 236 ft (72 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| GNIS feature ID | 598145 |
TB is an unincorporated community in Prince George's County, in the U.S. state of Maryland,[1] near the intersection of highways MD 5 and US 301.[2]
History
A post office called T.B. was established in 1860, and remained in operation until 1914.[3] TB has been noted for its short place name.[4] The origin of the name TB is disputed.[5]
References
- ^ U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: TB, Maryland
- ^ "MD 0005 Branch Avenue US 301 at TB to Auth Road (North of I-95/I-495)". Maryland State Highway Administration. Retrieved October 14, 2015.
- ^ "Prince George's County". Jim Forte Postal History. Retrieved 14 October 2015.
- ^ International, Rotary (July 1981). The Rotarian. Rotary International. p. 20. ISSN 0035-838X.
- ^ Fesperman, Dan (March 30, 2001). "A wide spot in the road". The Baltimore Sun. Retrieved 14 October 2015.
