Shields is an unincorporated community in Lane County, Kansas, United States.[1]

History

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A post office was opened in Shields in 1887, and remained in operation until it was discontinued in 1994.[2]

Education

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The community is served by Dighton USD 482 public school district.

References

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  1. ^ "Shields, Kansas", Geographic Names Information System, United States Geological Survey, United States Department of the Interior
  2. ^ "Kansas Post Offices, 1828-1961 (archived)". Kansas Historical Society. Archived from the original on October 9, 2013. Retrieved June 12, 2014.

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38°36′56″N 100°26′42″W / 38.61556°N 100.44500°W / 38.61556; -100.44500