Handy is an
unincorporated community in
Perry Township,
Monroe County Monroe County may refer to seventeen counties in the United States, all named for James Monroe:
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, in the
U.S. state of
Indiana.
History
According to
Ronald L. Baker
Ronald L. Baker (June 30, 1937 – June 1, 2023) was an American folklorist, historian, scholar of literature and onomastics, educator, and author.
Life and career
Ronald Lee Baker was born June 30, 1937, in Indianapolis, Indiana. He earned his ...
, the community was probably named after Joseph D. Handy, a county commissioner.
Geography
Handy is located at .
References
Unincorporated communities in Monroe County, Indiana
Unincorporated communities in Indiana
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