Powers, Indiana
Powers, Indiana | ||
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FIPS code 18-61542[2] | | |
GNIS feature ID | 441523[1] |
Powers is an unincorporated community in Jefferson Township, Jay County, Indiana.
History
A post office was established at Powers in 1867, and remained in operation until it was discontinued in 1935.[3] Powers was platted in 1868 by Andrew Powers, Jr., and named for him.[4]
References
- ^ a b U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Powers, Indiana
- ^ "U.S. Census website". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved January 31, 2008.
- ^ "Jay County". Jim Forte Postal History. Retrieved November 1, 2014.
- ISBN 978-0-253-32866-3.
This village was platted on June 17, 1868, and named for Andrew Powers, Jr., who laid out the town.