Lincoln is an

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in Jackson Township, Cass County,

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History

Lincoln had its start in the year 1852 by the building of the railroad through that territory. It was named for its founder, Theodore Lincoln. A post office was established at Lincoln in 1855, and remained in operation until it was discontinued in 1953.

Demographics

The

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delineated Lincoln as a

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in the 2022

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References

External links

* Unincorporated communities in Cass County, Indiana Unincorporated communities in Indiana 1852 establishments in Indiana Populated places established in 1852 {{CassCountyIN-geo-stub