Powers, Indiana
| Powers | |
|---|---|
| Unincorporated community | |
  Powers | |
| Coordinates: 40°19′19″N 85°05′33″W / 40.32194°N 85.09250°WCoordinates: 40°19′19″N 85°05′33″W / 40.32194°N 85.09250°W | |
| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Jay |
| Township | Jefferson |
| Elevation[1] | 991 ft (302 m) |
| ZIP code | 47371 |
| FIPS code | 18-61542[2] |
| GNIS feature ID | 441523 |
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]
Geography
Powers is located at 40°19′19″N 85°05′33″W / 40.32194°N 85.09250°W.
References
- ↑ "US Board on Geographic Names". United States Geological Survey. 2007-10-25. Retrieved 2008-01-31.
- ↑ "American FactFinder". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved 2008-01-31.
- ↑ "Jay County". Jim Forte Postal History. Retrieved 1 November 2014.
- ↑ Baker, Ronald L. (October 1995). From Needmore to Prosperity: Hoosier Place Names in Folklore and History. Indiana University Press. p. 270. 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.
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