Vessey
Vessey (or Vesey), nine miles northeast of Clarksville in northern Red River County, was settled by members of the Garrett Igo family, who came from Kentucky about 1850. Walter H. Colvert secured a post office in his general store in 1899, and the community had a population of 100 in 1910. Lumber and shingle plants and a gin were in operation before 1915. The post office was discontinued in 1930, and mail was sent to Clarksville. In 1930 and 1940 one business and twenty residents were reported. In 1984 the village consisted of a few widely scattered houses, and in 1990 the population was fourteen. The population remained the same in 2000.
Claudia Hazlewood | © TSHA
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.
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Belongs to
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Currently Exists
Yes
Place type
Vessey is classified as a Town
Associated Names
- [Vesey]
- (Harvey's Mill)
- (Merret)
Location
Latitude: 33.72094180Longitude: -94.96688800
Has Post Office
No
Is Incorporated
No
Vessey by the Numbers
Population Counts
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| Pop. | Year | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 15 | 2009 | Local Officials |