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Anson, Kansas
KDOT map of Sumner County (legend)
Anson, Kansas is located in Kansas
Anson, Kansas
Anson, Kansas
Location in Kansas
Anson, Kansas is located in the United States
Anson, Kansas
Anson, Kansas
Location in the United States
Country United States
State Kansas
County Sumner
Elevation
1,303 ft (397 m)
Time zone UTC-6 (CST)
 • Summer (DST) UTC-5 (CDT)
Area code 620
FIPS code 20-01925
GNIS ID 470174
Stouffer's Railroad Map of Kansas 1915-1918 Sumner County
This map from 1915 shows the railroad lines in Sumner County.

Anson is a small, quiet community in Sumner County, Kansas, United States. It's an unincorporated community, which means it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town does. Anson is located about six miles east of Conway Springs. You can find it about 1.5 miles south of the intersection of N Anson Road and W 90th Street N. Today, Anson has a few homes, but no businesses or public services. It sits right next to an old, unused railroad line.

Anson's Past: A Look at Its History

Anson has an interesting history, even though it's a small place today.

The Old Post Office

Back in 1887, a post office opened in Anson. This was a really important place for people to send and receive letters and packages. The post office served the community for many years, helping people stay connected. It finally closed its doors in 1958.

The Railroad Connection

Long ago, a railroad track also ran right through Anson. Trains would travel east to west, connecting Anson to nearby towns like Belle Plaine and Conway Springs. This railroad was vital for moving goods and people. It helped the community grow and connect with other places.

Education in Anson

Students living in Anson attend public schools in the Conway Springs USD 356 school district. This district provides education for children from kindergarten all the way through high school.

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