Jelen, Nebraska

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Jelen, Nebraska

Jelen is an unincorporated community in Knox County, Nebraska, United States. [1]

History

In the 1880s, Jelen was known for its large store. As the town grew, it became home to several businesses. It also had a school. [2]

A post office was established at Jelen in 1904, and remained in operation until 1916. [3] The community was named for the first postmaster, Anton Jelen. [4]

In 1920, the population of Jelen was 26. [5]

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References

  1. ↑ U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Jelen, Nebraska
  2. ↑ Kay, John; Findlay, Mary (1988). "Nebraska Historic Buildings Survey Reconnaissance Report, prepared for Nebraska State Historical Society Preservation Office" (PDF). Save America's Heritage. p. 15. Archived from the original on November 16, 2006.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: unfit URL (link)
  3. ↑ "Knox County". Jim Forte Postal History. Retrieved 18 August 2014.
  4. ↑ Fitzpatrick, Lillian L. (1960). Nebraska Place-Names. University of Nebraska Press. p. 89. ISBN   0-8032-5060-6. A 1925 edition is available for download at University of Nebraska—Lincoln Digital Commons.
  5. ↑ "The History of Knox County, Nebraska". knoxne.us. Retrieved 2017-10-13.

Coordinates: 42°37′41″N98°08′45″W / 42.62806°N 98.14583°W / 42.62806; -98.14583


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