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 by Susan DeVries Barwis (continued) BEFORE AND AFTER THE STORM! Many people in Katy date events in the town before and after "The Storm." The hurricane of September 8, 1900 that destroyed most of Galveston Island, south-east of Katy, also destroyed most of the buildings in Katy. The only buildings not damaged in any way were the homes of J.H. Wright and Mr. Featherston. These homes are still in Katy. The storm had such a dramatic affect on the town that it stands out in memory and so people talk of "before" and "after" the storm. After the storm, Katy rebuilt and continued to grow. The main industry has been the rice farming. In 1934 a gas field was discovered to the west of the town. Many wells were dug and a refining plant was built. This added a new side to the town's growth These industries are still an important part of the town today.. CREDITS The above history could not have been written without the help of Mrs. F. Rylanader. It was her wonderful stories and her store of pictures and articles that provided the basis for this article. Mrs. Rylander is the granddaughter of Mr. John Henry Wright and Pauline Dorothy Schlipf. LOOKING BACK In 1895 a group of farmers and merchants laid the plans for a town on the old San Felipe Trail. Out of the plains of the Brazos River Valley arose a community of churches and businesses. Now, some ninety years later, a small metropolis flourishes. Although Katy's population within the city limits is approximately 8,000, the surrounding Katy area subdivisions rival the population of some major cities creating one of the fastest growing areas in the United States. Through it all the ethics of hard work, determination, honor and concern for your fellow man inherent in the founders of Katy, are still alive and well in Katy. Katy resonates with an atmosphere of caring which blends seamlessly with all of the advantages of a growing city replete with modern technology and an expanding job market. LIVING IN KATY Living in the Katy area means an escape from the hustle and bustle of Houston, the 4th largest city in the US. Katy offers the charm of a small town, or the sophistication of suburbia. Housing in Katy ranges from apartments and condominiums to large estate homes with acreage to enjoy and maintain horses - and others with championship golf courses as their backyard. Subdivisions abound with tennis courts, swimming pools, and endless amenities for their residents. Apartments that cater to singles and families are plentiful and the taste of everyone's lifestyle can be met. Fully planned communities which feature areas of shopping centers, spacious plazas, and every convenience that enhances community living, leads the way to future growth in an exciting and efficient style. With so may styles and stages of housing available, no matter what the size of the checkbook, one can find living in Katy easy and affordable. Of course a residence in a community is only half of being a part of the life in that community. Katy has so much more to offer in its many places of worship, clubs and organizations to fit one's preference for a complete life style. ECONOMY Katy is historically an agricultural area with rice the major crop. with soybeans having been added as an alternate crop in the late 1950's. The Katy area has been the site of one of the United States largest gas fields since the early forties; this has added greatly to the economy of the area. Most recently the development of industrial sites, both East and West of the City, have added growth to the economy. Recent statistics show that 34.2% of the employed persons 16 years and over to be managerial and professional specialty, while 38.5% are technical, sales and administrative support personnel. Household distribution of income as of 1990 lists 10.2% over $50,000; 23.2% from $35,000 to $50.000; 34.6% from S25.000 to %35,000; and 13.6% from $20,000 to 25,000. Reprinted with permission from the Handbook of Texas Online, copyright Texas State Historical Association. page: 1 | 2
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