Barbers Hill Historical Insights

The video provides a comprehensive history of Barbers Hill, Texas, focusing on its development from the 1800s to the present. It highlights the contributions of Amos Barber, the evolution of the school system, the impact of the oil boom, and the challenges faced by the community. The video also honors Mrs. Carmena Goss for her contributions to education in Barbers Hill.

Who was the first permanent settler of Barbers Hill?

• L.N. Tyre

• Zachary Taylor Winfree

• Amos Barber

• J.B. Gill

What was the original name proposed for the post office in Barbers Hill?

• Cove

• Mont Belvieu

• Barbers Hill

• Old River-Winfree

In what year was the first producing oil well completed on the hill?

• 1902

• 1916

• 1925

• 1930

What was the requirement for teachers in Barbers Hill in the 1920s?

• To be unmarried

• To work year-round

• To live in the community

• To have a college degree

What was the main reason for the industrial buyout of homes in the 1980s?

• Gas leaks from storage wells

• Expansion of the school district

• Construction of new roads

• Discovery of new oil reserves

What percentage of the district's taxable value is derived from industry?

• 80%

• 70%

• 60%

• 50%

When did Barbers Hill peacefully integrate its schools?

• 1965

• 1955

• 1985

• 1975

What was the purpose of purchasing 100 acres of land in the 1960s?

• To create a new residential area

• To accommodate school growth and safety

• To expand the oil storage facilities

• To build a new industrial park

What is the current status of the Barbers Hill school district?

• It is facing financial difficulties

• It is maintaining a steady population

• It is experiencing rapid growth and expansion

• It is shrinking due to industrial hazards

What is the significance of the 2011 bond issue for Barbers Hill?

• It was the largest bond in history

• It was the smallest bond in history

• It was used to build a new oil facility

• It was rejected by the voters