Aultman, Arizona facts for kids
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Aultman, Arizona
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Former populated place
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 Aultman, Arizona
Location in Arizona
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| Country | United States |
| State | Arizona |
| County | Yavapai |
| Elevation | 3,281 ft (1,000 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-7 (Mountain (MST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-7 (MST) |
| Area code(s) | 928 |
| FIPS code | 04-04675 |
| GNIS feature ID | 25847 |
Aultman was once a small community located within what is now the town of Camp Verde in Yavapai County, Arizona. It sits about 3,281 feet (1,000 meters) above sea level. Even though it's not a separate town anymore, Aultman has an interesting history.
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A Look Back: The History of Aultman
Aultman was named after someone who lived there. It was a busy enough place to have its own post office, which helped people send and receive mail, from 1896 until 1916.
Plans for a Bridge
In 1910, there were big plans for Aultman. It was supposed to be the spot for a new bridge over the Verde River. This bridge would have been part of a major highway for the Arizona Territory (Arizona wasn't a state yet!).
However, people in nearby Camp Verde wanted the bridge closer to their town. They signed a petition, which is like a formal request, to move the highway and bridge to Camp Verde instead. Their request was approved, and Camp Verde became the chosen spot for the bridge.
A Place for Voting
In the 1920s, the schoolhouse in Aultman was used for more than just learning. It also served as a "polling location." This is where people go to cast their votes in elections.
Population in 1940
By 1940, Aultman was a very small community. Its population was recorded as just 20 people.
