Stockport was a station on the railroad. It was likely named for its livestock trade. Stockport became a town on the C, I and E Railroad, and by 1901 was considered "a little town" on the rail line. Stockport was the home of William "Bill" McKinley, the cousin of U.S. President
William McKinley, who owned a
general store in the community during the early 20th century. In 1940, the population was 15. ==See also==