Smithson

MP 82.0 1st Subdivision -

Originally plotted as the town of Wheelers, named after Hiaram Wheeler, in 1879. Wheeler had built a factory in this location. The Post Office opened in 1880 and the town changed the name to Smithson in honor of Lt. Bernard G Smith, a veteran of the Civil War and son of a prominent citizen who settled in the town in 1879.

Smithson 1977. All that remains is the crossing, a business building and homes.

Inspection special on the line near Smithson in 1971.

Looking south along the former Monon mainline at Smithson, 2005.

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