Aroma, Indiana Explained

Official Name:Aroma, Indiana
Settlement Type:Unincorporated community
Pushpin Map:Indiana#USA
Pushpin Label:Aroma
Subdivision Type:Country
Subdivision Name:United States
Subdivision Type1:State
Subdivision Name1:Indiana
Subdivision Type2:County
Subdivision Name2:Hamilton
Subdivision Type3:Township
Subdivision Name3:White River
Coordinates:40.1994°N -85.8742°W
Elevation Ft:830
Postal Code Type:ZIP code
Postal Code:46031
Blank Name:FIPS code
Blank Info:18-02242[1]
Blank1 Name:GNIS feature ID
Blank1 Info:430277

Aroma is an unincorporated community in White River Township, Hamilton County, Indiana.

History

Aroma was named in the 19th century by William P. Haworth, who kept a small store there.[2] Aroma was a descriptive name, perhaps for the scent of fresh-cut hay.[3] [4] A post office was established at Aroma in 1870, and remained in operation until it was discontinued in 1902.[5]

References

  1. Web site: U.S. Census website . . 2008-01-31 .
  2. Book: History of Hamilton County, Indiana: Her People, Industries And Institutions, Volume 1 . B.F. Bowen & Co. . Haines, John F. . 1915 . 261.
  3. Book: Baker, Ronald L.. From Needmore to Prosperity: Hoosier Place Names in Folklore and History. registration. October 1995. Indiana University Press. 978-0-253-32866-3. 54. Allegedly the village was named for pleasant odors....
  4. News: Indiana . The Milwaukee Journal . Jul 22, 1989 . 7 June 2015 . 4G.
  5. Web site: Hamilton County . Jim Forte Postal History . 17 September 2014.