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Velma is a small place located in Arthur County, Nebraska, in the United States. It is known as an "unincorporated community." This means it doesn't have its own local government, like a mayor or a city council, as a city or town would. Instead, it's managed by the larger county government.

A Glimpse into Velma's History

Velma once had its very own post office. This post office first opened its doors in 1914. For many years, it served the people living in and around Velma, helping them send and receive letters and packages. However, the post office eventually closed down in 1943.

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