Saturn

Saturn, on State Highway 97 in northeastern Gonzales County, was originally called Possum Trot. The town secured a post office in 1902, but the office was closed in 1914. That year the settlement of some thirty-five residents included a general store, a gin, a blacksmith shop, a grocery, and a telephone connection. Population figures were thereafter unavailable until 1965, when fifteen residents were reported there. That population continued to be reported through 2000. The 2003 county highway map showed only a cemetery at the townsite.

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Stephen L. Hardin | © TSHA

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Adapted from the official Handbook of Texas, a state encyclopedia developed by Texas State Historical Association (TSHA). It is an authoritative source of trusted historical records.

Belongs to

Saturn is part of or belongs to the following places:

Currently Exists

Yes

Place type

Saturn is classified as a Town

Associated Names

  • (Ettowa)
  • (McGee Mill)
  • (Nash's Mill)
  • (Possum Trot)
  • (Prickly Pear)

Location

Latitude: 29.60245640
Longitude: -97.33860190

Has Post Office

No

Is Incorporated

No

Population Count, 2009

15