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History in
a Pecan Shell
Named
for the famous site in Massachusetts, the site became a timber loading
spur in 1902 - just after the Orange and Northwestern Railroad completed
its tracks to Buna. A post office opened in 1910 but closed five years
later. Bunker Hill also had a turpentine camp (which closed in 1918).
The Texas Company operated a pumping station here which ceased operations
during WWII.
An oil well was drilled in 1960, establishing a field, but the deposits
were small and didn't amount to much. Population figures are unknown
for the community and the most prevalent feature of the site today
are fenced pastures. |
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Escapes, in its purpose to preserve historic, endangered and vanishing
Texas, asks that anyone wishing to share their local history, stories,
landmarks and recent or vintage photos, please contact
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