Purcell, Indiana
Purcell is an unincorporated community in Johnson Township, Knox County, Indiana.
History
A post office was established as Purcell in 1871, and remained in operation until it was discontinued in 1901. The community was named for Andrew Purcell, the original owner of the town site.
Geography
Purcell is located at 38°35′44″N 87°31′09″W / 38.59556°N 87.51917°W.
References
- ^ "US Board on Geographic Names". United States Geological Survey. October 25, 2007. Retrieved January 31, 2008.
- ^ "U.S. Census website". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved January 31, 2008.
- ^ "Knox County". Jim Forte Postal History. Retrieved November 25, 2014.
- ^ Baker, Ronald L. (October 1995). From Needmore to Prosperity: Hoosier Place Names in Folklore and History. Indiana University Press. p. 273. ISBN 978-0-253-32866-3.
...named for Andrew Purcell, on whose farm a railroad station was located.
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