In 1870 the name was changed to “Patona.” But on June 7, 1870, the name was changed back to “Cross Plains.” The name “Patona” was found to be most undesirable.
On July 30, 1888, the Postal Department renamed the office “Piedmont”. The name Piedmont—meaning ‘Foot of the Mountains’—was pleasing to the people who enjoyed being nestled in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountain range and surrounded by the scenic beauty.