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Lone Tree, Indiana facts for kids

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Lone Tree is a small place in Greene County, Indiana, in the United States. It's called an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes and businesses that isn't officially a town or city with its own local government. Instead, it's usually part of a larger county.

Discovering Lone Tree's Past

How Lone Tree Got Its Name

Lone Tree was probably named after a very large oak tree that stood out in the area. This big tree was a well-known landmark for people living nearby. It was a special spot that helped people know where they were.

When the Post Office Closed

For a while, Lone Tree had its own post office. This was a place where people could send and receive mail. But in 1906, the Lone Tree post office closed down. This often happens in small communities as things change over time.

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