Merriam, Indiana facts for kids
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Merriam, Indiana
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 Merriam, Indiana
Location in Indiana
Merriam, Indiana
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Noble |
| Township | Noble |
| Elevation | 938 ft (286 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
46701
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| Area code(s) | 260 |
| FIPS code | 18-48510 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2830482 |
Merriam is a small, unincorporated community in Noble County, Indiana. Being "unincorporated" means it's not officially a city or town with its own local government. Instead, it's part of a larger area called Noble Township. It's located in the northeastern part of the U.S. state of Indiana.
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History of Merriam
Early Days and the Post Office
Merriam got its own post office in 1853. A post office is a place where people can send and receive mail. Having a post office was very important for communities back then. It helped people stay connected and made it easier to do business.
When the Post Office Closed
The post office in Merriam stayed open for many years. However, it eventually closed down in 1907. This often happened as transportation improved and people could travel to larger towns for their mail.
How Merriam Got Its Name
Historian Ronald L. Baker has suggested that Merriam might have been named after a person. One possibility is Mason M. Merriam. He was a local store owner in the area during the 1840s. It was common for communities to be named after important local figures or families.
