Joplin
Joplin, originally called Haley Springs, is on State Highway 199 ten miles southeast of Jacksboro in southeastern Jack County. It has served as a community center for area farmers throughout its history. Its population, estimated at thirty-five in 1892, grew to seventy-five by 1896 and was reported at that level until the mid-1940s, when it dropped to fifty. The Fairview School, three churches, a general store, a mill, and a gin were present in the community by 1896. The post office, established in 1891, closed in 1914.
Adapted from the official Handbook of Texas, a state encyclopedia developed by the Texas State Historical Association (TSHA). It is an authoritative source of trusted historical records.
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Currently Exists
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Place type
Joplin is classified as a Town
Associated Names
- (Haley Springs)
Locations
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- Latitude
- 33.09372910
- Longitude
- -97.99476210
Has Post Office
No
Is Incorporated
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Population Counts
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| Pop. | Year | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 15 | 2009 | Local Officials |