Hennessey, OK

About Hennessey

• • Baseball player Arlie Latham, nicknamed "The Freshest Man on Earth", was born near Hennessey.
• • The Hennessey Clipper, a weekly newspaper, has served the community since 1889.
• • The Enid and Anadarko Railway's arrival in 1893 spurred the town's growth and economy.
• • Local legend claims a buried treasure lies hidden somewhere near the town cemetery.
• • A devastating fire in 1927 destroyed much of Hennessey's downtown business district.
• • It's named for Pat Hennessey, a murdered wagon scout, and incorporated in 1890.
• • With under 2,200 residents, it's smaller than many Oklahoma high school graduating classes.
• • At 1,069 feet, its elevation offers slightly thinner air than Oklahoma City.
• • Agriculture, particularly wheat farming, remains a cornerstone of the local economy.
• • Hennessey offers a peaceful, small-town feel with a strong sense of community.
• • The Oklahoma City Thunder are the closest NBA team, winning the Western Conference in 2012.
• • Hennessey High School's football team has won multiple state championships over the years.

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