Harlan, Kansas

History

Harlan was named for John C. Harlan, a pioneer settler.[1]

A post office was opened in Harlan in the 1870s, and remained in operation until it was discontinued in 1995.[2]

Education

Harlan is served by USD 237 Smith Center Schools.[3]

Harlan High School was closed through school unification. The Harlan High School mascot was Cardinals.[4]

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References

  1. Gannett, Henry (1905). The Origin of Certain Place Names in the United States. Govt. Print. Off. pp. 149.
  2. "Kansas Post Offices, 1828-1961". Kansas Historical Society. Archived from the original on October 9, 2013. Retrieved 23 June 2014.
  3. "Smith Center USD 237". USD 237. Retrieved 7 January 2017.
  4. "Harlan High School - Cardinal Yearbook (Harlan, KS) - Class of 1950". E-YEARBOOK.COM. Retrieved 7 January 2017.

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