Addran, Texas facts for kids
Addran is a small community located in Hopkins County, in the U.S. state of Texas. It is known as an "unincorporated community," which means it's a place where people live, but it doesn't have its own official city government.
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What is Addran?
Addran is a quiet area in northeastern Texas. It's not a big city or town, but rather a collection of homes and land. People who live in Addran are part of the larger Hopkins County.
History of Addran
How Addran Began
Addran has a short but interesting history. Back in 1890, a post office was opened in the community. A post office is a place where people can send and receive letters and packages. This post office served the people of Addran for several years.
The Post Office and Its Closure
The post office in Addran stayed open for about 16 years. It closed its doors in 1906. After that, people in Addran would have used post offices in nearby towns.
Where Did the Name Addran Come From?
The community of Addran was named after a school called AddRan Male & Female College. This college was an important educational institution in Texas during that time. Naming a community after a college often showed the importance of education to the early settlers.
