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Tiger

Towns in Rabun County Tiger, Georgia There are several theories about the derivation of the name Tiger. One story suggests that early settlers were reminded of a tiger’s roar upon hearing the cry of cougars from the nearby mountainside. Another tale says the name comes from the Cherokee chief, Tiger Tail. The town was incorporated

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September 2014 Newsletter: Myth Busters

The topic of the September 2014 edition of the Rabun County Historical Society’s Vintage Rabun newsletter is: Myth Busters Use the link below to download the newsletter in PDF format 2014 Sept Vintage Rabun (PDF)

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