Cecil
Cecil is a historical populated place in Walker County,
Texas, that no longer exists as a recognized community It is classified
as a town but is not incorporated and has no post office. Associated
names include Felton, Farris Store, and Yam, suggesting name variations
or predecessors in the area's development No detailed records on
founding, population, or economy are widely documented, but it appears
tied to rural postal services in the late 19th and early 20th
centuries.
Location:
Southwestern Walker County, near the area of Goshen (also
known as Hutcheson), approximately 12 miles southwest of Huntsville
(the county seat). Coordinates: approximately 30.62°N, 95.72°W (based
on proximity to Goshen) Elevation around 341 feet. It appears on
historical maps, such as a 1911 county map.
History:
The post office operated from June 13, 1893, to January 31,
1909, with Annie Bruner as postmaster (likely connected to the Farris
family through marriage, given the associated name Farris Store). Upon
discontinuation, mail was routed to Hutcheson (now Goshen). No further
details on establishment, peak activity, or decline are available, but
it was part of the broader rural settlement patterns in Walker County
during the late 1800s.
Current Status:
Cecil does not exist as a distinct place today, with no
recorded population or infrastructure. The area is rural and
unincorporated, with nearby communities like Goshen (Hutcheson)
consisting of scattered residences.
Other nearby spots include Bath (several miles east) and New Waverly.
