Ward, Indiana

Ward is an unincorporated community in Jackson Township, Boone County, in the U.S. state of Indiana.

Ward, Indiana
Boone County's location in Indiana
Ward
Location in Boone County
Coordinates: 39°59′45″N 86°34′55″W
CountryUnited States
StateIndiana
CountyBoone
TownshipJackson
Elevation920 ft (280 m)
Time zoneUTC-5 (Eastern (EST))
  Summer (DST)UTC-4 (EDT)
ZIP code
46147
Area code(s)765

History

Ward was laid out in 1883 by Thomas Ward, and named for him.[2] A post office was established at Ward in 1884, and remained in operation until 1900.[3]

Geography

Ward is located at 39°59′45″N 86°34′55″W.

References

  1. "US Board on Geographic Names". United States Geological Survey. 2007-10-25. Retrieved 2008-01-31.
  2. Early Life and Times in Boone County, Indiana. Carlon & Hollenbeck. 1887. p. 64.
  3. "Boone County". Jim Forte Postal History. Retrieved March 6, 2020.


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