Ross is an

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in Calumet Township, Lake County,

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History

Ross was named for William Ross, a pioneer settler. A post office was established at Ross in 1857, and remained in operation until it was discontinued in 1914.

References

Unincorporated communities in Lake County, Indiana Unincorporated communities in Indiana 1857 establishments in Indiana {{LakeCountyIN-geo-stub