Colton, Nebraska facts for kids
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Colton, Nebraska
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Unincorporated community
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Aerial view of Colton in 1925
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Nebraska |
| County | Cheyenne |
Colton is a small, quiet place located in Cheyenne County, Nebraska, in the United States. It's known as an unincorporated community. This means it doesn't have its own local government, like a mayor or city council. Instead, it's usually managed by the county government.
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Discovering Colton, Nebraska
Colton is a historical spot in Nebraska. It's a place where people live, but it's not officially a city or town. Think of it as a neighborhood that's part of the larger county area.
A Look Back: Colton's History
Colton has a short but interesting history. It was once a more active place, especially when it had its own post office.
The Post Office Years
A post office is a place where people send and receive mail. Colton had its very own post office starting in 1887. This was a big deal because it helped connect the community to the rest of the world. However, the post office eventually closed down in 1901.
How Colton Got Its Name
Have you ever wondered how places get their names? Colton was named after a person! The community got its name from Francis Colton. He worked for the Union Pacific Railroad, which was a very important railway company. Francis Colton was a ticket agent, meaning he helped people buy tickets to travel by train.
