Jadden, Indiana

Jadden is an unincorporated community in Grant County, Indiana, in the United States.[1]

History

A post office was established at Jadden in 1850, and remained in operation until it was discontinued in 1900.[2] William Jadden served as an early postmaster.[3]

References

  1. U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Jadden, Indiana
  2. "Grant County". Jim Forte Postal History. Retrieved 12 September 2014.
  3. Baker, Ronald L. (October 1995). From Needmore to Prosperity: Hoosier Place Names in Folklore and History. Indiana University Press. p. 178. ISBN 978-0-253-32866-3. William Jadden was the first postmaster.

Coordinates: 40°32′10″N 85°27′27″W / 40.53615°N 85.45747°W / 40.53615; -85.45747


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