Bretzville, Indiana facts for kids
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Bretzville, Indiana
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 Bretzville, Indiana
Location in Indiana
Bretzville, Indiana
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Dubois |
| Township | Jackson |
| Founded by | William Bretz Jr. |
| Named for | William Bretz Jr. |
| Elevation | 509 ft (155 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
47542
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| Area code(s) | 812, 930 |
| FIPS code | 18-07426 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2830361 |
Bretzville is a small, unincorporated community in Dubois County, Indiana. An unincorporated community means it's a place with a shared identity but no local government of its own. It's located within Jackson Township.
History of Bretzville
The story of Bretzville began around 1850. That's when William Bretz Sr. first settled in this area. Later, in 1866, his son, William Bretz Jr., officially mapped out the land.
The town was first called "New Town." However, when people wanted to open a post office, the government suggested a name change. This was because "New Town" sounded too much like "Newton, Indiana." So, in June 1873, the town was renamed Bretzville. It was named after William Bretz Jr., who helped found it.
The post office in Bretzville opened in 1866. It served the community for many years before closing in 1915. The first school in Bretzville started in 1880, helping to educate the local children.
Bretzville Cemetery
The Bretzville Cemetery is a historic burial ground. It is located southeast of the main community. You can find it at 38°17′36″N 86°51′27″W / 38.29333°N 86.85750°W.
Schools in the Area
Students in Bretzville attend schools in the surrounding area. One of the schools is Cedar Crest Intermediate.
- Cedar Crest Intermediate
Major Roads
Bretzville is connected to other towns by important roads. These highways help people travel in and out of the community.
State Road 64
State Road 162, also known as the "William A. Koch Memorial Highway"
