East Oolitic, Indiana facts for kids
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East Oolitic
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Lawrence |
| Township | Shawswick |
| Elevation | 528 ft (161 m) |
| ZIP code |
47421
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| FIPS code | 18-19936 |
| GNIS feature ID | 450880 |
East Oolitic is an unincorporated community in Shawswick Township, Lawrence County, Indiana.
History
East Oolitic was originally called Spien Kopj, in commemoration of the Battle of Spion Kop in the Second Boer War. East Oooltic was platted in 1900. Oolite is a type of limestone found in the area.
Geography
East Oolitic, Indiana is located at 38°53′56″N 86°30′43″W / 38.89889°N 86.51194°W / 38.89889°N 86.51194°W / 38.89889; -86.51194, in Lawrence County approximately two miles north of Bedford, and one half mile east of Oolitic.
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