Sanborn, Nebraska Explained

Sanborn is an unincorporated community in Dundy County, Nebraska, United States.

History

Sanborn was named for J. E. Sanborn, the original owner of the town site.[1] A post office was established at Sanborn in 1906, and remained in operation until it was discontinued in 1929.[2] Little now remains of the original town.[3]

References

40.0536°N -102.0203°W

Notes and References

  1. Book: Nebraska Place-Names . University of Nebraska Press . Fitzpatrick, Lillian L. . 1960 . 58. 0803250606 . A 1925 edition is available for download at University of Nebraska—Lincoln Digital Commons.
  2. Web site: Dundy County . Jim Forte Postal History . 25 August 2014.
  3. Book: Alan Boye. The Complete Roadside Guide to Nebraska. 1 April 2007. U of Nebraska Press. 978-0-8032-3378-2. 290.

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