Goodwin is an unincorporated community in Dakota County, Nebraska, United States.[1]

History

Goodwin was established in 1892.[2] It was named for John C. Goodwin, a railroad official.[3] A post office was established at Goodwin in 1892, and remained in operation until it was discontinued in 1940.[4]

References

  1. ^ a b U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Goodwin, Nebraska
  2. ^ M. M. Warner (1893). Warner's History of Dakota County, Nebraska: From the Days of the Pioneers and First Settlers to the Present Time, with Biographical Sketches, and Anecdotes of Ye Olden Times. Mirror Job Office. p. 97.
  3. ^ Fitzpatrick, Lillian L. (1960). Nebraska Place-Names. University of Nebraska Press. p. 48. ISBN 0803250606. A 1925 edition is available for download at University of Nebraska—Lincoln Digital Commons.
  4. ^ "Dakota County". Jim Forte Postal History. Retrieved August 25, 2014.


Allikas: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Goodwin,_Nebraska
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