West Franklin, Indiana facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
West Franklin, Indiana
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 West Franklin, Indiana
Location in Indiana
West Franklin, Indiana
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Posey |
| Township | Marrs |
| Elevation | 367 ft (112 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
47620
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| Area code(s) | 812, 930 |
| GNIS feature ID | 445765 |
West Franklin is a small, unincorporated community located in the state of Indiana, in the United States. An unincorporated community is a place that doesn't have its own local government, like a city or town. It is part of Marrs Township within Posey County.
A Look Back: The History of West Franklin
West Franklin was first planned and settled in the year 1837. This means people started building homes and businesses there around that time.
Early Days and the Post Office
In 1837, a post office was opened in West Franklin. This was a very important service for the people living there. It allowed them to send and receive letters and packages. The post office served the community for many years. It finally closed its doors in 1902.
How the Railroad Changed Things
Over time, a new railroad line was built nearby. This railroad brought more business and activity to a different town called Caborn. Because of this, many businesses and people started to move away from West Franklin. As a result, the number of people living in West Franklin slowly became smaller.
