McKinley, Indiana
McKinley is an unincorporated community in Jefferson Township, Washington County, in the U.S. state of Indiana.
History
A post office was established at McKinley in 1891, and remained in operation until 1934. The community was likely named after president William McKinley.
Geography
McKinley is located at 38°44′41″N 86°12′38″W / 38.74472°N 86.21056°W.
References
- ^ U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: McKinley, Indiana
- ^ "Washington County". Jim Forte Postal History. Retrieved July 8, 2016.
- ^ Baker, Ronald L. (October 1995). From Needmore to Prosperity: Hoosier Place Names in Folklore and History. Indiana University Press. p. 207. ISBN 978-0-253-32866-3.
...and allegedly named for William McKinley...
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