Burress, Nebraska
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Nebraska |
| County | Fillmore |
| Founded | 1887 |
Burress is an unincorporated community in Fillmore County, Nebraska, 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.[2][3] A post office was established at Burress in 1887, and remained in operation until it was discontinued in 1942.[4]
References
- ↑ U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Burress, Nebraska
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 Throckmorton, Kandi. "Living in a 'ghost town' has its benefits for Burress family". York News-Times. Retrieved August 8, 2014.
- ↑ Fitzpatrick, Lillian L. (1960). Nebraska Place-Names. University of Nebraska Press. ISBN 0803250606. A 1925 edition is available for download at University of Nebraska—Lincoln Digital Commons.
- ↑ "Fillmore County". Jim Forte Postal History. Retrieved August 25, 2014.
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40°34′53″N 97°30′06″W / 40.58139°N 97.50167°W
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