Smyrna, Nebraska

Smyrna is an unincorporated community in Nuckolls County, Nebraska, United States.[1]

History

A post office was established at Smyrna in 1887, and remained in operation until it was discontinued in 1913.[2] The community was named after the ancient city of Smyrna.[3]

References
  1. U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Smyrna, Nebraska
  2. "Nuckolls County". Jim Forte Postal History. Retrieved August 20, 2014.
  3. Fitzpatrick, Lillian L. (1960). Nebraska Place-Names. University of Nebraska Press. p. 108. ISBN 0-8032-5060-6. A 1925 edition is available for download at University of Nebraska—Lincoln Digital Commons.

40°07′07″N 98°04′02″W


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