Terre Haute, Ohio Explained

Terre Haute is an unincorporated community in Champaign County, in the U.S. state of Ohio.

History

Terre Haute was laid out and platted in 1836.[1] The community was so named on account of its lofty elevation, Terre Haute being a name derived from the French meaning "high ground". A post office called Terre Haute was established in 1846, and discontinued in 1900.[2]

References

40.0494°N -83.8781°W

Notes and References

  1. Book: Middleton, Evan P.. History of Champaign County, Ohio: Its People, Industries and Institutions. 1917. B.F. Bowen. 169.
  2. Web site: Champaign County . Jim Forte Postal History . 21 December 2015.

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