| Goodlett, Texas | |
|---|---|
| Unincorporated community | |
  GoodlettLocation in Texas | |
| Coordinates: 34°20′06″N 99°52′48″W / 34.33500°N 99.88000°W / 34.33500; -99.88000 | |
| Country | United States |
| State | Texas |
| County | Hardeman |
| Named for | J. B. Goodlett |
| Elevation | 1,562 ft (476 m) |
| Population | |
| • Total | 80 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1358156 |
| Census code | 30176 |
Goodlett, formerly Gypsum, is an unincorporated community in Hardeman County, Texas, United States.
History
Goodlett is situated on U.S. Route 287, Farm to Market Road 2363 and the Fort Worth and Denver Railway. It was originally called Gypsum for the abundance of the mineral. In 1909, the name was changed to Goodlett, after J. B. Goodlett, a rancher who was headquartered nearby. As of 2000, the population was 80.
References
- ^ U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Goodlett, Texas
- Neal, Bill (1966). The Last Frontier -- The Story of Hardeman County, Texas. Quanah Tribune--Chief, Hardeman Company TX.
- Association, Texas State Historical. "Goodlett, TX". Texas State Historical Association. Retrieved 2024-07-16.
| Municipalities and communities of Hardeman County, Texas, United States | ||
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| County seat: Quanah | ||
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