Burress, Nebraska
Burress is an unincorporated community in Fillmore County, Nebraska, United States.
History
Burress was founded in 1887 when the railroad was extended to that point. It was named for J. Q. Burress, the original owner of the town site. A post office was established at Burress in 1887, and remained in operation until it was discontinued in 1942.
References
- ^ U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Burress, Nebraska
- ^ 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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