Corinth, Van Zandt County, Texas facts for kids
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Corinth, Texas
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 Corinth, Van Zandt County, Texas
Location in Texas
Corinth, Van Zandt County, Texas
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Texas |
| County | Van Zandt |
| Elevation | 463 ft (141 m) |
Corinth is a ghost town located in Van Zandt County, Texas. A ghost town is a place where most people have left, leaving behind empty buildings. Corinth is about 8 miles (13 km) northeast of Canton.
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History of Corinth
Corinth was an important stop for stagecoaches. From 1848 to 1873, stagecoaches traveling between Marshall and Dallas would stop here. This made Corinth a busy place for travelers.
Early Schools and Post Office
The first school in Corinth opened in 1849. Education was important to the early settlers. Later, in 1888, a post office was established in the community. At that time, the town was known by a different name: Hatton.
Name Change and Later Years
The post office in Hatton closed in 1906. After it closed, the community was renamed Corinth. The town continued to have a school for many years, from 1890 until 1940. In 1940, the school joined with the Grand Saline Independent School District.
What Remains Today
By 1981, most of Corinth was gone. All that remained were its church, its cemetery, and a few scattered homes. These are the last reminders of the once-active stagecoach stop.
Famous Person from Corinth
Wiley Post, the Aviator
Wiley Post was a famous aviator, meaning he was a pilot. He was born in Corinth. Wiley Post was known for his amazing flights. Sadly, he died in a plane crash with his friend Will Rogers, who was a famous entertainer.
