Hudsonville, Mississippi facts for kids
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Hudsonville, Mississippi
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 Hudsonville, Mississippi
Location in Mississippi
Hudsonville, Mississippi
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Mississippi |
| County | Marshall |
| Elevation | 492 ft (150 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 662 |
| GNIS feature ID | 693551 |
Hudsonville, also known as Scales Station, is a small community in Marshall County, Mississippi, United States. It is called an "unincorporated community" because it does not have its own local government, but it is still a recognized place. You can find Hudsonville in the pretty, hilly part of northern Mississippi.
A Look at Hudsonville's Past
Hudsonville has an interesting history. It was once located along an old Chickasaw trail called the "Wet Weather Trail." This trail was important because it followed high ground, making it easier to travel between what are now Pontotoc and Memphis.
The very first Hudsonville community was a bit to the northwest of where it is today. It was built along a "stage road," which was a main route for horse-drawn carriages and wagons. This road connected Holly Springs and LaGrange, Tennessee.
Later, when the Mississippi Central Railroad was built, the community decided to move. It shifted about two miles to the southeast to be closer to the new train tracks. The original spot then became known as "Old Hudsonville." By 1900, Hudsonville was home to 43 people. It had a cotton gin, which was a machine used to separate cotton fibers from their seeds, and several stores.
Hudsonville officially became an incorporated town on February 16, 1838. This meant it gained some local recognition. A post office served the community, helping people send and receive mail, from 1836 until 1943.
Famous People from Hudsonville
Some notable individuals have connections to Hudsonville:
- Elias Cottrell: He was an important religious leader, serving as the 7th Bishop of the Christian Methodist Episcopal Church. He also started the Mississippi Industrial College in Holly Springs.
- Junior Kimbrough: A talented musician known for his blues music.
- Sam Lumpkin: He was a high-ranking state official, serving as the 21st Lieutenant Governor of Mississippi.
