Cottonwood
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Even though
Cottonwood was never incorporated, it still was the center for
education, religion, and commercial needs.
Settlers came here as early as 1830.
Cumberland Pres. Church was built here in 1862 with R. M Davis as the
Reverand.
Mr. Thomas Boyd served as postmaster until his death and then his wife
carried out the duties. The first school was built in
1865 , with land deeded by William T. Gholson. By 1886 there were
125 children attending. And by 1959, it dwindled down to
only 12 students. One of the 1st teachers, was James
B. Hale born in 1841.
Cottonwood was originally named Oak Grove, but was changed
because of the name being used elsewhere.
James B. Hale's son, R.H. Hale opened a store in 1887. By 1910,
there was a doctor, Dr. Mc Guire, a general store,
a barber,and a blacksmith.
Some of the early settlers were: Boyds, Glasscocks, Sanders,
Hollands, Hales and Knights.