1870... The town of Garner is born.

The year was 1870.

The new little town was Garner.

People settled here to be near the new railroad.

Some say the name "Garner" was chosen because there were riches to be garnered from the fertile soil.

But most believe the town was named to honor an important railroad official. His name was Garner.

Website Source (unless otherwise noted): Garner Centennial Book 1970