Manson, Indiana facts for kids
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Manson
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 Manson, Indiana
Location in Clinton County, Indiana
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Clinton |
| Township | Perry |
| Founded | 1874 |
| Named for | Mahlon Manson |
| Elevation | 860 ft (260 m) |
| ZIP code |
46041
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| FIPS code | 18-46494 |
| GNIS feature ID | 438535 |
Manson is an unincorporated community in Perry Township, Clinton County, Indiana. The town is named for Mahlon Dickerson Manson, a general in the American Civil War and Lieutenant Governor of Indiana.
History
Manson was laid out June 30, 1874, by Lucinda Clark, David Clark and Rebecca Clark. The New Lights had a small church in Manson in the early 20th century.
Geography
Manson is located at 40°14′24″N 86°35′25″W / 40.24000°N 86.59028°W.
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