what county is salem ne in
Salem -- Richardson County. Salem was established very early in territorial history. While its first school may not have been a soddy, the children's attire was comparable. Salem was founded by John Singleton, J. W. Roberts, and Thomas Hare in late 1854 on land which they purchased for $50. Named for Salem, Illinois, the town was laid out in January 1855 on the rise between the Great Nemaha River and its North Fork..