Ekin, Indiana
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Tipton |
| Township | Jefferson |
| Elevation[1] | 906 ft (276 m) |
| ZIP code | 46045 |
| GNIS feature ID | 434057 [2] |
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Ekin is an unincorporated community in Hamilton and Tipton counties, Indiana, in the United States.[4]
History
Ekin was named for General Ekin by James McKee. McKee built the first frame house in Ekin, which was used as a store. McKee sold his property and moved away after five years. Ekin heard about the naming of the town and send McKee a bible as a gift. Historically, Ekin had a strong timber industry. Ekin timber was exported internationally.[3] A post office was established at Ekin in 1885, and remained in operation until it was discontinued in 1900.[5]
Geography
Ekin is located in the southern part of Jefferson Township, on the county line of Tipton and Hamilton counties.[3]
References
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