Chapin, Idaho Explained

Chapin is an unincorporated community in Teton County, in the U.S. state of Idaho.

History

A post office called Chapin was established in 1896, and remained in operation until 1912.^[1] According to tradition, the community was named after one Mr. Chapin, a pioneer citizen.^[2]

Chapin's population was 125 in 1909.^[3]

References

43.6433°N -111.1108°W

Notes and References

1. Web site: Post Offices . 19 January 2018.
2. Book: The Utah Genealogical and Historical Magazine, Volumes 9-10. 1918. 83.
3. Encyclopedia: Davis' New Commercial Encyclopedia: Washington, Oregon, and Idaho, the Pacific Northwest . Ellis A. Davis . Davis . Ellis A. . 1909 . 189 . en.