Lawrenceport is a

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in Bono Township, Lawrence County,

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History

Lawrenceport was

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ted in 1837. It was named in honor of Josiah Lawrence, owner of land near the town site. A post office was established at Lawrenceport in 1851, and remained in operation until it was discontinued in 1859.

References

Unincorporated communities in Lawrence County, Indiana Unincorporated communities in Indiana 1837 establishments in Indiana {{LawrenceCountyIN-geo-stub