Zenas, Indiana

Zenas is an unincorporated community in Columbia Township, Jennings County, Indiana.

Zenas, Indiana
Zenas
Zenas
Coordinates: 39°07′12″N 85°28′30″W
CountryUnited States
StateIndiana
CountyJennings
TownshipColumbia
Elevation787 ft (240 m)
ZIP code
47223
FIPS code18-86354[2]
GNIS feature ID446431

History

Zenas was platted in 1837, and was likely named after a figure in the Epistle to Titus.[3] A post office was established at Zenas in 1839, and remained in operation until it was discontinued in 1911.[4]

Geography

Zenas is located at 39°07′12″N 85°28′30″W.

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References

  1. "US Board on Geographic Names". United States Geological Survey. 2007-10-25. Retrieved 2008-01-31.
  2. "U.S. Census website". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved 2008-01-31.
  3. Jennings Co. Historical Society (1999). Jennings Co., Indiana - Pictorial. Turner Publishing Company. p. 58.
  4. "Jennings County". Jim Forte Postal History. Retrieved 9 November 2014.



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