Calcutta, Indiana Explained

Calcutta is an unincorporated community in Clay County, Indiana, United States.

History

Calcutta was founded in 1870 as a coal town.[1] A post office was established at Calcutta in 1870, and remained in operation until it was discontinued in 1879.[2]

References

39.6042°N -87.0694°W

Notes and References

  1. Book: Blanchard, Charles. Counties of Clay and Owen, Indiana: Historical and Biographical .... 1884. F.A. Battey & Company. 251.
  2. Web site: Clay County . Jim Forte Postal History . 30 August 2014.

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