Frederick, OK
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About Frederick
- • Country singer Hoyt Axton, known for "Joy to the World", was born in Frederick.
- • The 'Watermelon Seed Spitting Capital of the World' title originated in Frederick.
- • The arrival of the railroad in 1902 spurred Frederick's initial growth.
- • A supposed curse from Quanah Parker plagued the town after a land dispute.
- • A devastating fire in 1906 nearly destroyed the entire downtown area.
- • It's named for Frederick Mercer, associated with the railroad, and founded in 1901.
- • With about 3,400 residents, the population is declining slightly.
- • It sits at 1,076 feet, offering slightly elevated views of southwest Oklahoma.
- • Agriculture, especially cotton and wheat, remains a major economic driver.
- • Frederick feels like a peaceful, close-knit community with strong agricultural roots.
- • The Oklahoma City Thunder are the closest NBA team, winning the Northwest Division in 2016.
- • Frederick High School's football team has a history of state championships.