Scotch Grove, Iowa
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| Country | United States |
| State | Iowa |
| County | Jones |
| Elevation | 876 ft (267 m) |
| Time zone | Central (CST) (UTC-6) |
| • Summer (DST) | CDT (UTC-5) |
| Area code(s) | 319 |
| GNIS feature ID | 461484[1] |
Scotch Grove is an unincorporated community in Jones County, Iowa, United States. Scotch Grove is located on Iowa Highway 38 southeast of Monticello and north of Center Junction.
In 1837, the first settlers came to Scotch Grove. Most of these settlers were from the Red River Settlement, which was located in modern day Manitoba. Some of these settlers were descendants of Scottish farmers who were evicted during the Highland Clearances.
The town of Scotch Grove was laid out in 1872 by James and Charles Applegate.[2]
Notable people
- Roderick Dhu Sutherland, Member of the United States House of Representatives, 1897-1901.[3]
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Municipalities and communities of Jones County, Iowa, United States
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‡This populated place also has portions in an adjacent county or counties
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