Alaska, Indiana facts for kids
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Alaska, Indiana
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 Alaska, Indiana
Location in Indiana
Alaska, Indiana
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Morgan, Owen |
| Township | Ashland, Harrison |
| Elevation | 787 ft (240 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
47456
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| GNIS feature ID | 430040 |
Alaska was a small, undeveloped community in the state of Indiana, United States. It was also known by the name Sheasville. This area is located across two different counties: Morgan County and Owen County.
Exploring Alaska's Past
When Was Alaska Established?
The community of Alaska opened a post office in the year 1868. This means it was a recognized place where people could send and receive mail. The post office served the local residents for many years.
Why Is It Called Alaska?
The post office stayed open until 1904, when it was closed down. It is believed that the community was named Alaska to celebrate an important event. This event was the United States buying the Territory of Alaska in 1867. This big purchase added a huge new area to the country.
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