Burress, Nebraska

Burress is an unincorporated community in Fillmore County, Nebraska, in the United States.[1]

History

Burress was founded in 1887 when the railroad was extended to that point.[2] It was named for J. Q. Burress, the original owner of the town site.[3][2] A post office was established at Burress in 1887, and remained in operation until it was discontinued in 1942.[4]

References

  1. ↑ U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Burress, Nebraska
  2. 1 2 Throckmorton, Kandi. "Living in a 'ghost town' has its benefits for Burress family". York News-Times. Retrieved 8 August 2014.
  3. ↑ Fitzpatrick, Lillian L. (1960). Nebraska Place-Names. University of Nebraska Press. A 1925 edition is available for download at University of Nebraska—Lincoln Digital Commons.
  4. ↑ "Fillmore County". Jim Forte Postal History. Retrieved 25 August 2014.

Coordinates: 40°34′53″N 97°30′06″W / 40.58139°N 97.50167°W / 40.58139; -97.50167


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