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Approximate area. The map shows only a rough area for this place, not an exact location.
Real history
Mining began in 1886. Between 1888 and 1921 Thurber was one of Texas's largest bituminous coal producers and its largest company town. The move from coal to oil emptied it through the 1920s; 48 people lived there in 2010 (Wikipedia).
Ghost stories
We found no well-sourced ghost legends for this place. It is listed for its abandoned history.
Then and now
Public access
Access unverified No official access page was found. The map pin is approximate. Last checked: Nov 1, 2026.
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