Near Holton in Ripley County, Indiana — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)
O'Brien Corner
Photographed By Duane Hall, May 22, 2014
1. O'Brien Corner Marker
The southwest corner of what is now US 50 and Michigan Road was once occupied by a log tavern later converted to a home with clap board siding. The home was part of the Underground Railroad prior to the Civil War. William O’Brien purchased this section of land in 1864. Many of the O’Brien Family rest in the cemetery just west of here.Erected by Ripley County Historical Society.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Cemeteries & Burial Sites • Settlements & Settlers. A significant historical year for this entry is 1864.
Location. 39° 4.499′ N, 85° 20.923′ W. Marker is near Holton, Indiana, in Ripley County. Marker is at the intersection of Michigan Road and U.S. 50, on the right when traveling north on Michigan Road. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Holton IN 47023, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 5 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Michigan Road (a few steps from this marker); Bilby Loop (approx. 4.3 miles away); Crusher Lane (approx. 4.3 miles away); The Bilby Tower
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More about this marker. The marker is located at the southeast corner of the intersection of Michigan Road and US 50. O'Brien Corner is at the southwest corner of the intersection across Michigan Road from the marker.
Additional commentary.
1. O'Brien Cemetery
The O'Brien Cemetery is located on the south side of US 50 approximately 800 feet west of the marker and Michigan Road.
— Submitted May 27, 2014, by Duane Hall of Abilene, Texas.
Photographed By Duane Hall, May 22, 2014
2. O'Brien Corner Marker
Photographed By Duane Hall, May 22, 2014
3. O'Brien Corner
Photographed By Duane Hall, May 22, 2014
4. O'Brien Cemetery
which is 800 feet from the cemetery
Photographed By Duane Hall, May 22, 2014
5. Burial Headstone for William O'Brien
Credits. This page was last revised on June 16, 2016. It was originally submitted on May 27, 2014, by Duane Hall of Abilene, Texas. This page has been viewed 392 times since then and 49 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5. submitted on May 27, 2014, by Duane Hall of Abilene, Texas.
