Jelen, Nebraska
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Jelen is an unincorporated community in Knox County, Nebraska, United States.[1]
History
[edit]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]
References
[edit]- ^ U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Jelen, Nebraska
- ^ 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.
- ^ "Knox County". Jim Forte Postal History. Retrieved August 18, 2014.
- ^ Fitzpatrick, Lillian L.; Link, J. T. (1960). Fairclough, G. Thomas (ed.). Nebraska Place-Names. Lincoln, Nebraska: University of Nebraska Press. p. 89. ISBN 0-8032-5060-6.
{{cite book}}: CS1 maint: ignored ISBN errors (link) A 1925 edition is available for download at University of Nebraska—Lincoln Digital Commons. - ^ "The History of Knox County, Nebraska". knoxne.us. Retrieved October 13, 2017.
42°37′41″N 98°08′45″W / 42.62806°N 98.14583°W
