Clonmel, Kansas facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Clonmel, Kansas
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St. John the Evangelist Church (2018)
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 Clonmel, Kansas
Location in Kansas
Clonmel, Kansas
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kansas |
| County | Sedgwick |
| Township | Illinois |
| Elevation | 1,371 ft (418 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
67149
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| Area code | 620 |
| FIPS code | 20-14375 |
| GNIS ID | 484677 |
Clonmel is a small community located in Sedgwick County, Kansas, United States. It's known as an unincorporated community, which means it doesn't have its own city government like a town or city would. You can find Clonmel where Highway K42 meets W 71st Street South.
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A Look Back: Clonmel's History
Clonmel has an interesting past, even though it's a small place.
The Railway Connection
For a time, Clonmel was an important stop along the Kansas City, Mexico and Orient Railway. This railway helped connect different parts of the country and transport goods and people. Being a station meant trains would stop there, making it a busy spot.
Mail and Its Name
A post office opened in Clonmel in 1905. This was a place where people could send and receive letters and packages. The post office served the community for many years before it closed in 1938. Clonmel was named after a town called Clonmel in Ireland.
Learning in Clonmel
Students in Clonmel attend public schools that are part of the Clearwater USD 264 school district. This district provides education for children in the area.
