History of Magnolia

The year 1840 may have been the turning point in the history of what is now known as Magnolia, Texas. That was the year that the southern boundary of Montgomery County was extended to Spring Creek. Officially named Mink on September 3, 1885; the first known application for "Magnolia" was dated January 17, 1885.

The official name change to Magnolia did not occur until July 28, 1903 and by 1924, Magnolia was a thriving community; comprised of syrup, grist and saw mills, general stores, saloons, barbershop, ice cream store, telephone office, livery stable, bank, hotel, boarding house, doctor's office, pharmacy, blacksmith, churches, school, land office, railroad depot, telegraph station, cotton gin, tanning yard, feed store and garage. Magnolia became a shipping center for lumber, farm products and cattle.

A September 28, 1968 election determined that the Town of Magnolia incorporate; becoming the City of Magnolia with Cedric Smith serving as the first Mayor. The City Council is the governing body and has the power to make and enforce all laws and policy related to municipal affairs. As of the 2000 US Census, Magnolia’s official population is 1111. However; the 2006 US Census report reflects an estimate of 1263 people.

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