Bolivar, Indiana
Bolivar, Indiana | ||
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ZIP code 46962 | ||
| GNIS feature ID | 431306[1] | |
Bolivar is an unincorporated community in Chester Township, Wabash County, in the U.S. state of Indiana.[1]
History
Bolivar was founded as a railroad junction, and was not officially platted.[2] A post office was established at Bolivar in 1886, and remained in operation until it was discontinued in 1898.[3] The community most likely was named after Simón Bolívar.[4]
References
- ^ a b c U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Bolivar, Indiana
- ISBN 978-0-253-32866-3.
The unplatted village was established as a railroad junction...
- ^ "Wabash County". Jim Forte Postal History. Retrieved July 11, 2016.
- ^ Indiana Names, v.4. Terre Haute, IN: Indiana State University. 1973. p. 10.
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