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Guion, Indiana
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Parke County's location in Indiana
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 Guion, Indiana
Location in Parke County, Indiana
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Parke |
| Township | Greene |
| Elevation | 656 ft (200 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
47872 (Post Office: Rockville)
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| Area code(s) | 765 |
| GNIS feature ID | 435552 |
Guion (also known as Bruens Crossroads, Bruins or Cross Roads) is an unincorporated community in Greene Township, Parke County, in the U.S. state of Indiana. It is near the western intersection of Indiana State Road 59 and Indiana State Road 236.
History
Guion was platted in 1882. The community was named in honor of William Howe Guion, a railroad promoter.
Geography
Guion is located at 39°50′34″N 87°06′41″W / 39.84278°N 87.11139°W at an elevation of 656 feet.
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