Talma, Indiana facts for kids
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Talma, Indiana
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 Talma, Indiana
Location in Indiana
Talma, Indiana
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Fulton |
| Township | Newcastle |
| Bloomingsburg (later changed to Talma) | June 13, 1851 (name changed on January 15, 1896) |
| Founded by | Asa Coplen |
| Named for | A word in a crossword puzzle |
| Elevation | 774 ft (236 m) |
| Time zone | Eastern |
| ZIP code |
46975
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| Area code(s) | 574 |
| FIPS code | 18-74870 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2830384 |
Talma is a small community in Indiana, United States. It is not a city or town with its own government. Instead, it is part of Newcastle Township in Fulton County.
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Where is Talma?
Talma is located in northern Indiana. It sits where a small stream called Redinger Ditch flows into the Tippecanoe River. A main road, Indiana State Road 25, goes right through Talma. This community is about halfway between the towns of Rochester and Mentone.
A Look at Talma's Past
Talma was started on June 13, 1851, by a person named Asa Coplen. When it was first founded, it had a different name: "Bloomingsburg."
How Talma Got Its Name
Later, the United States Post Office asked for a shorter name for the community. So, a contest was held to find a new name. A local person named William Roundtree Kubley found the winning name, "Talma," in a crossword puzzle. The name was officially changed on January 15, 1896.
The 1974 Tornado
On April 3, 1974, a very strong tornado hit Talma. This tornado caused a lot of damage to the community. It even forced the local high school to close down. The high school was already planned to join with Tippecanoe Valley High School later that year.
What is the Economy Like in Talma?
In the past, Talma was home to a company called Talma Fasteners. This company made screws and bolts. However, the plant closed down in 2014.
Today, there are still some businesses in Talma:
- Ramer's Hardwood Furniture, which is run by a Mennonite family.
- Sunnybrook Greenhouses.
- Snipes Farms.
- HH Diesel.
- OBS creative services.
Most people who live in Talma work in nearby towns. These towns include Rochester, Argos, or Mentone.
