Rice, Kansas

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Historical photo of the General Store and Post Office in Rice

Rice is an unincorporated community in Cloud County, Kansas, United States.[1]

History

In the 19th century, Rice was a station on the Central Branch Union Pacific Railroad, but the town's proximity to the larger trading center of Concordia inhibited its growth.[2]

A post office was opened in Rice in 1878, and remained in operation until it was discontinued in 1980.[3]

Education

The community is served by Concordia USD 333 public school district.

Notable people

  • Ross Doyen, farmer, rancher, and Kansas state legislator, was born near Rice.[4]

References

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Further reading

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