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History in
a Pecan Shell
Settled in the late 1850s, Stony was named for its soil type. The
name wasn't exactly enticing to people looking to till the soil and
sure enough, the population rarely exceed 50. It had 130 at its highest
point, but that was in 1884. By 1890 the population had dropped to
fifty.
Justin was a shipping point for
farmers and naturally drew potential settlers.
Stony's post office opened in 1879, but by 1918 it was discontinued.
In 1914 the town had 100 residents, but from the 30s to the 90s it
has remained at only around 25 persons. |
Stony Cemetery
dated 1850, many graves from late 1800's.
Photo courtesy Don & Ellen Wilson, January 2012
More Texas Cemeteries |
Stony United
Methodist Church, still active
Photo courtesy Don & Ellen Wilson, January 2012
More Texas Churches |
3-room schoolhouse,
built late 1800's
Photo courtesy Don & Ellen Wilson, January 2012
More Texas
Schoolhouses |
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courtesy Don & Ellen Wilson, January 2012 |
| Photo
courtesy Don & Ellen Wilson, January 2012 |
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Note: Stony
gas station is on private property and, at the request of owners,
has been deleted from TE pages. 3-16-17
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