Newry, Indiana Explained

Newry is an unincorporated community in Jackson County, Indiana, in the United States.

History

Newry was never legally platted.[1] A post office was established at Newry in 1846, and remained in operation until it was discontinued in 1860.[2] One of the first mills in Vernon Township was built in Newry.[3]

References

38.9047°N -85.8222°W

Notes and References

  1. 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. 241. 241.
  2. Web site: Jackson County . Jim Forte Postal History . 19 October 2014.
  3. Book: History of Jackson County, Indiana: From the Earliest Time to the Present. 1886. Unigraphic. 447.

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