Ramsey, Indiana
Ramsey is an unincorporated community in Jackson Township, Harrison County, in the U.S. state of Indiana.
Ramsey, Indiana | |
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Harrison County's location in Indiana | |
Ramsey Ramsey's location in Harrison County | |
Coordinates: 38°19′25″N 86°09′17″W | |
Country | United States |
State | Indiana |
County | Harrison |
Township | Jackson |
Elevation | 705 ft (215 m) |
ZIP code | 47166 |
FIPS code | 18-62892[2] |
GNIS feature ID | 441756 |
It is the location of North Harrison High School.
History
Platted on March 14, 1883, Ramsey was originally known as Jackson City.[3] It was laid out by Howard Ramsey alongside the Louisville, Evansville and St. Louis Railroad (now known as Norfolk Southern Railway).
The Ramsey post office was established in 1884.[4]
Geography
Ramsey is located at 38°19′25″N 86°09′17″W.
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References
- "US Board on Geographic Names". United States Geological Survey. 2007-10-25. Retrieved 2008-01-31.
- "U.S. Census website". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved 2008-01-31.
- Roose, William H. (1911). Indiana's Birthplace: A History of Harrison County, Indiana. Tribune Company, Printers. p. 71.
- "Harrison County". Jim Forte Postal History. Retrieved 17 September 2014.
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