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Ionia, Michigan

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Ionia was established in 1833 by Samuel Dexter. He originally named the settlement Washington Center, but the name was later changed to Ionia County Seat and then shortened to Ionia. In the mid-1800's, Dexter's home and sawmill stood near this site.
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