Rubottom, Oklahoma facts for kids
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Rubottom, Oklahoma
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 Rubottom, Oklahoma
Location in Oklahoma
Rubottom, Oklahoma
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Oklahoma |
| County | Love |
| Elevation | 853 ft (260 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| GNIS feature ID | 1097516 |
Rubottom is a small, unincorporated community located in Love County, Oklahoma, in the United States. An "unincorporated community" means it's a group of homes or businesses that isn't officially a town or city with its own local government. Instead, it's part of the larger county.
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Discovering Rubottom
Rubottom is a quiet place in the southern part of Oklahoma. It's known for its history and connection to the early days of the state. Even though it's not a big city, it has its own unique story.
The History of Rubottom
The community of Rubottom got its start a long time ago. A post office was opened there on August 14, 1902. This was when the area was still known as Indian Territory, before Oklahoma became a state.
How Rubottom Got Its Name
The community was named after an important person in the area, William P. Rubottom. He was a well-known landowner and also ran a cotton gin. A cotton gin is a machine that quickly separates cotton fibers from their seeds. This was a very important business back then, as cotton was a major crop.
Rubottom's Location in Indian Territory
When the post office was first established, Rubottom was located in a place called Pickens County, Chickasaw Nation. The Chickasaw Nation was one of the Native American nations that had its own lands and government in Indian Territory. This shows how the community has roots in the rich history of Native American lands in Oklahoma.
Education in Rubottom
Even though Rubottom is a small community, it is part of a local school system. Children living in Rubottom attend schools within the Turner Independent School District. This district helps make sure students in the area get a good education.
