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The Word Hoosier; John Finley / Indiana Historical Society Publications, Volume IV, Number 2

By Jacob Piatt Dunn
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The piece examines competing explanations for the origin and meaning of a regional nickname, finding prior accounts inconclusive and often based on conjecture. It traces the earliest known printed appearance to a carrier's address published in 1833 by John Finley, reproduces that manuscript poem which depicts frontier domestic life and the playful coined term hoosheroon, and notes the original spelling Hoosher in quotation marks. The authors critique misstatements, trace the poem's role in popularizing the name, and show how spelling and sense shifted over time while leaving the ultimate derivation unresolved.

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Jacob Piatt Dunn

Jacob Piatt Dunn was an American author and historian known for his contributions to the understanding of Indiana's cultural and historical landscape. His notable work, "The Word Hoosier; John Finley," published in the Indiana Historical Society Publications, explores the origins and significance of the term "Hoosier," which is closely associated with the state of Indiana. Dunn's scholarship reflects his deep interest in regional identity and history, making him a significant figure in the study of Indiana's literary heritage.

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