Burress, Nebraska Explained

Burress, Nebraska
Settlement Type:Unincorporated Community
Pushpin Map:USA Nebraska#USA
Subdivision Type:Country
Subdivision Name: United States
Subdivision Type1:State
Subdivision Type2:County
Subdivision Name2:Fillmore
Established Title:Founded
Established Date:1887

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.[1] It was named for J. Q. Burress, the original owner of the town site.[2] A post office was established at Burress in 1887, and remained in operation until it was discontinued in 1942.[3]

References

40.5814°N -97.5017°W

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Living in a 'ghost town' has its benefits for Burress family . . 8 August 2014 . Throckmorton, Kandi.
  2. Book: Nebraska Place-Names . University of Nebraska Press . Fitzpatrick, Lillian L. . 1960 . 0803250606 . A 1925 edition is available for download at University of Nebraska—Lincoln Digital Commons.
  3. Web site: Fillmore County . Jim Forte Postal History . 25 August 2014.

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