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Messick, Indiana
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 Messick, Indiana
Location in Indiana
Messick, Indiana
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Henry |
| Township | Blue River |
| Elevation | 1,086 ft (331 m) |
| ZIP code |
47362
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| FIPS code | 18-48546 |
| GNIS feature ID | 439043 |
Messick is an unincorporated community in Blue River Township, Henry County, Indiana.
History
Messick was founded in 1882 when the railroad was extended to that point. A man named Messick owned a general store in town. A post office was established in Messick in 1884, and remained in operation until it was discontinued in 1926.
Geography
Messick is located at 39°58′31″N 85°18′10″W / 39.97528°N 85.30278°W.
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