Region: Prairies and Lakes
This town was originally known as Head of Elm when it was established in 1856
on springs that were headwaters of Elm Fork of the Trinity River. It was later
renamed for Joe Howell, who laid out the town site. Howell allegedly opposed the
sale of liquor in town, thus giving both himself and town the name of "Saint
Jo." The community on U.S. 82 between Wichita Falls and Sherman was an important
watering stop where the Chisholm Trail and California Road crossed. It's the
oldest town in Montague County.
Nearby Cities: Whitesboro, Muenster, Nocona, Gainesville, Bowie, Pilot Point, more...