City of Longton

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501 Kansas
Longton, KS 67352

Longton is a city located in Elk County, Kansas, along the scenic Elk River. Founded in 1870 and originally named Elk Rapids, the city was renamed to avoid confusion with nearby locations and boasts a rich history, including the discovery of the Longton oil field in 1902 that sparked a brief economic boom.

The town, which has a current population of 362, was named by Herbert Capper, the first hardware store owner and father of former governor Arthur Capper. Those interested in Longton's history can find more detailed accounts in Frank W. Blackmar's 1912 book, "Kansas: A Cyclopedia of State History."

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