Oscar, Oklahoma facts for kids
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Oscar, Oklahoma
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 Oscar, Oklahoma
Location in Oklahoma
Oscar, Oklahoma
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Oklahoma |
| County | Jefferson |
| Elevation | 886 ft (270 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP Codes |
73561
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| GNIS feature ID | 1100708 |
Oscar is a small, quiet place in Jefferson County, Oklahoma, in the United States. It's not a city or town with its own government. Instead, it's known as an unincorporated community. You can find Oscar about three miles north of the Red River.
What's in a Name?
Oscar got its name from a local rancher named Oscar W. Seay. A rancher is someone who owns or manages a large farm where animals, usually cattle, are raised.
Post Office History
Oscar had its own post office for many years. It first opened on November 23, 1892. The very first person to be in charge of the post office was William Riley Butler. He was chosen for this job by the President of the United States at the time.
Location and Details
Oscar is located in the southern part of Jefferson County. If you were to send mail there, the ZIP Code for Oscar is 73561. The exact number of people living in Oscar today is not known.
