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Weatherford, Texas

Weatherford is a city in and the county seat of Parker County, Texas, United States.
Population 30,854

Top Events in Weatherford History

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1852History
Evidence of a prior, failed attempt to colonize the region can be found in the abandoned cabin from 1852-53 located 6 miles (10 km) south of modern Weatherford on the J.H.
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1856Infrastructure
In 1856 The railroad arrived in June 1880.
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1895History
== Media == The Weatherford Democrat has been publishing since 1895.
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1908Civil Rights
The Santa Fe Depot (which houses the Weatherford Chamber of Commerce) was built in 1908 under Jim Crow laws, with waiting rooms segregated and separated by the ticket office.
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2006History
The Weatherford Telegram began publishing as a weekly newspaper in 2006.
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2020History
In 2020, its population was 30,854.

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Historical Timeline

1852History
Evidence of a prior, failed attempt to colonize the region can be found in the abandoned cabin from 1852-53 located 6 miles (10 km) south of modern Weatherford on the J.H.
1856Infrastructure
In 1856 The railroad arrived in June 1880.
1895History
== Media == The Weatherford Democrat has been publishing since 1895.
1908Civil Rights
The Santa Fe Depot (which houses the Weatherford Chamber of Commerce) was built in 1908 under Jim Crow laws, with waiting rooms segregated and separated by the ticket office.
2006History
The Weatherford Telegram began publishing as a weekly newspaper in 2006.
2020History
In 2020, its population was 30,854.

Did You Know?

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Weatherford is located in the state of Texas.
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Weatherford has a population of 30,854 residents.
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In 2020, its population was 30,854.

Famous People from Weatherford, Texas

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Mary Martin
Singer, Stage Actor · Born Dec 1, 1913 · Died Nov 3, 1990 (age 76)
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William H. Simpson
Military Officer · Born May 18, 1888 · Died Aug 15, 1980 (age 92)
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Sharon Lynn
Actor, Film Actor · Born Apr 9, 1901 · Died May 26, 1963 (age 62)

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