Postoak, Texas, Jack County. (original) (raw)

Post Oak Road
Photo courtesy Mike Price, September 2009

History in a Pecan Shell

Named after a huge tree that grew in or near the town�s main street, Postoak developed in the late 1870s. It acquired a post office in that decade and the town had most essential businesses by the 1880s. The community enjoyed a peaceful history without any disasters, feuds or calamities. The population has been consistent from the 30s through the 70s � just above 100 residents. It declined in 80s � reaching 79 for the 1990 Census � the same number reported for the year 2000.

A Visit to Postoak, Texas

Photographer's Note:
Postoak Texas - Appears to have once supported a small business district. Certainly more than any of the many small 'towns' I visited today, at least more of the buildings are still there. The small white building appears that it might have been a church at one time. - Mike Price, September 2009

Postoak rural scene
Photo courtesy Mike Price, September 2009

Royal Crown
Photo courtesy Mike Price, September 2009

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