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 This history of Rosewood Hill plays a vital part in the identity of its residents. If you have lived in the neighborhood for many years, the neighborhood history is a heartfelt reminder of days gone by.
If you have just come to call Rosewood Hill home, it is a way to learn more about the new community you have joined. We would love nothing more than to be able to share the history of Rosewood Hill with all who reside there. If you are interested in writing a brief history of the neighborhood to share with the community, please contact me! |
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History of Tomball
The area that is now Tomball, Texas was originally settled by German and European settlers in the early 1800s. The land now known as historic Downtown Tomball was originally granted to William Hurd in 1838.
In 1933 the Humble Oil & Refining Co. found Oil in Tomball. As a result, Tomball became known as 'Oil Town USA,' and the citizens benefitted from an unusual deal with the oil drilling company: The town was given free natural gas to all residents for ninety years!
Today Tomball is known for its small town atmosphere and as a peaceful home to thousands who want to get away from the hustle and bustle of downtown Houston.
Settlers came to Tomball mainly to promote agricultural activities, lured by its peaceful streams, its rolling pastures and beautiful pine trees.
In 1906 the area became the town of Peck, Texas. Shortly after, in 1907, the town was renamed after Senator Thomas H. Ball who helped the area thrive by running the railways through town, which was extremely important to the prosperity of the agricultural businesses in the area.
Website: www.tomball.com
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