Bakerville, Tennessee facts for kids
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Bakerville, Tennessee
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 Bakerville, Tennessee
Location in Tennessee
Bakerville, Tennessee
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Tennessee |
| County | Humphreys |
| Elevation | 394 ft (120 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 931 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1276198 |
Bakerville is a small, quiet community in Humphreys County, Tennessee. It is not a big city but a rural area. This community is located in the United States. Bakerville can be found near two rivers, the Buffalo River and the Duck River. It is a few miles south of Waverly, which is the main town in Humphreys County.
History of Bakerville
People believe Bakerville got its name from the Baker families. Many Baker families lived there in the 1800s. Around the year 1880, more than 80 people named Baker lived in this small community. They were an important part of the town's early days.
Famous People from Bakerville
A very important person was born in Bakerville in 1878. Her name was Hattie Caraway. She became the first female senator in the United States. A senator is a person who helps make laws for the country. Hattie Caraway's achievement was a big step for women in politics. She showed that women could hold important government jobs.
