Blansett is an extinct town in Scott County, in the U.S. state of Arkansas. The GNIS classifies it as a populated place.[1]
History
Blansett was founded in 1877, and named after Jim Blansett, a pioneer citizen.[2] A post office called Blansett was established in 1877, and remained in operation until 1942.[3]
References
- ↑ U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Blansett
- ↑ Blansett from the Encyclopedia of Arkansas History and Culture. Retrieved 7 July 2019.
- ↑ "Post Offices". Jim Forte Postal History. Retrieved July 7, 2019.
Municipalities and communities of Scott County, Arkansas, United States | ||
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| Cities |  Map of Arkansas highlighting Scott County | |
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| Footnotes | ‡This populated place also has portions in an adjacent county or counties | |
34°47′24″N 94°13′13″W / 34.79000°N 94.22028°W
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