Burress, Nebraska

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

Burress, Nebraska
Unincorporated Community
Burress, Nebraska
Coordinates: 40.6°N 97.5°W / 40.6; -97.5
Country United States
State Nebraska
CountyFillmore
Founded1887

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]

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References
  1. U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Burress, Nebraska
  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.



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