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from WikipediaRead it all ↗The area known as Bellefonte was originally settled by a few families. The community expanded when two stores were established. The community got its name as campers noted the beautiful springs. It was suggested the area be called "Bellefonte", French for "beautiful fountains."
As there were no church organizations in the settlement, services were originally held in private homes. Circuit riders generally provided the services.
Bellefonte grew rapidly by the second half of the 1860s. A post office was established.
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