Mahon, Indiana

Mahon is an unincorporated community in Jackson Township, Huntington County, Indiana.

Mahon, Indiana
Mahon
Mahon
Coordinates: 40°56′19″N 85°22′50″W
CountryUnited States
StateIndiana
CountyHuntington
TownshipJackson
Elevation
758 ft (231 m)
ZIP code
46750
FIPS code18-46224[1]
GNIS feature ID438478[2]

History

Mahon was laid out and platted in 1853, not long after the Wabash and Erie Canal was extended to that point.[3] It was named for its founder, Archibald Mahon.[4]

A post office was established at Mahon in 1853, and remained in operation until it was discontinued in 1867.[5]

Geography

Mahon is located at 40°56′19″N 85°22′50″W.

References


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