Wall, Texas facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
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Location in Texas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Texas |
| County | Tom Green |
| Population
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| • Total | 200 |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| GNIS feature ID | 1370774 |
Wall is a small community in Tom Green County, Texas, USA. It is not an official city, but it is a place where people live and work. In 2000, about 200 people called Wall home. This community is also part of the larger San Angelo area.
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Where is Wall Located?
Wall is found in the central part of Texas, within Tom Green County. It is in a region known for its flat lands.
A Look at Wall's Past
The area where Wall is located today was first settled in the mid-1880s. Back then, it had a few different names, like Lipan School and Murray's Store.
How Wall Got Its Name
The community was officially named Wall in 1906. It was named after James Madison Wall Sr. He was a shopkeeper and also served as the first postmaster when the town's post office opened.
Wall as a Trading Spot
Wall became an important trading center for the nearby Lipan Flat region. Farmers and other residents would come to Wall to buy and sell goods.
Population Changes Over Time
- In 1920, about 250 people lived in Wall.
- During the 1930s and 1940s, the population dropped to around 120 people.
- By the end of the 20th century, the number of residents grew slightly to about 200.
Wall Today
Today, Wall still has several local businesses. It also has its own post office, with the ZIP code 76957. A school is also a big part of the community.
Wall in a Book
A famous author named Jenny Lawson grew up in Wall, Texas. She wrote about her experiences in her popular book, Let's Pretend This Never Happened.
Learning in Wall
Students in Wall attend schools run by the Wall Independent School District. This school district also teaches children from the farms and ranches in the southeastern part of Tom Green County.
