TEXAS: Forgotten Small Towns On The Hidden Backroads
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When our economy crashes please feel completely free to place a majority of blame on Massachusetts Real Estate agents and rental homeowners.
The folly of childhood. I retired at 24 missing the obvious: INFLATION EXISTS, DOFUSS! Its taking large chunks of me just to rent now. Not much of my SEP dividends are reinvested as a result of this currently. I shouldnt have retired when Polaroid closed. I should have taken the job offer at State Street Bank.
I just dont know what the future is going to throw at me next!
Date: 2024-01-28
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marcomcdowell8861
Economies change, needs and wants change. Opportunities sought out by the 4X Great-Grandparents are either gone, or not what their 4X Great-Grandchildren have or want. Happens in large cities and small towns. If nothing exists in that town or city to cause a desire to live there, people will move on. No different than Europeans crossing the Atlantic looking for a better situation, or Americans pushing West for opportunity. People, be it today or 200 years ago, didn't and don't think about what someone in the future might need, they were surviving in that moment. The country isn't in decline, it's changing. Poverty and wealth have been around before the country, during its founding, and it'll be here in the future. It's literally documented for us to see.
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Economies change, needs and wants change. Opportunities sought out by the 4X Great-Grandparents are either gone, or not what their 4X Great-Grandchildren have or want. Happens in large cities and small towns. If nothing exists in that town or city to cause a desire to live there, people will move on. No different than Europeans crossing the Atlantic looking for a better situation, or Americans pushing West for opportunity. People, be it today or 200 years ago, didn't and don't think about what someone in the future might need, they were surviving in that moment. The country isn't in decline, it's changing. Poverty and wealth have been around before the country, during its founding, and it'll be here in the future. It's literally documented for us to see.
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nathant17
Interesting point about Tehuacana you didn't mention. According to Wikipedia it came in 2nd in an 1850 election to determine the capitol. Austin won out of course. Imagine how that could have changed the course of Texas history though! Also, as someone else mentioned, Wortham was home to blues legend Blind Lemon Jefferson. Malone looks like it's pretty close to Waco. It may get day visitors from Waco or even DFW stopping at the grill. Probably workers staying in the hotel, my guess would be oil and gas industry Hubbard looked in the best shape of these towns. I'm wondering if it may be a sort of distant bedroom community for Waco.
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Interesting point about Tehuacana you didn't mention. According to Wikipedia it came in 2nd in an 1850 election to determine the capitol. Austin won out of course. Imagine how that could have changed the course of Texas history though! Also, as someone else mentioned, Wortham was home to blues legend Blind Lemon Jefferson. Malone looks like it's pretty close to Waco. It may get day visitors from Waco or even DFW stopping at the grill. Probably workers staying in the hotel, my guess would be oil and gas industry Hubbard looked in the best shape of these towns. I'm wondering if it may be a sort of distant bedroom community for Waco.
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rattletrap2007
Hello Joe, I've watched just about every video you have and I have to say kudos. I'm a Plano Tx fella living in the Philippines. When I get homesick, your video's are just the thing! I know you often try to show city hall, the courthouse and firehouse but wanted to ask if you would also show any Masonic Lodges these small towns have. Please keep posting your videos and I'll keep watching.
A homesick Texas Mason.
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Hello Joe, I've watched just about every video you have and I have to say kudos. I'm a Plano Tx fella living in the Philippines. When I get homesick, your video's are just the thing! I know you often try to show city hall, the courthouse and firehouse but wanted to ask if you would also show any Masonic Lodges these small towns have. Please keep posting your videos and I'll keep watching.
A homesick Texas Mason.
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usa-by-car
Being born and raised in Texas, I LOVE Texas! My dad is 95 and is a Naval Vet for over 30 years! My brother, sister and family live there. My brother was also a Marine and ex-Homicide Detective in Texas. I do not live their now, but will be going home soon! One way or another! I live BIG and LARGE. I'm was BORN in Texas! As usual, thanks for the ride, sir!
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Being born and raised in Texas, I LOVE Texas! My dad is 95 and is a Naval Vet for over 30 years! My brother, sister and family live there. My brother was also a Marine and ex-Homicide Detective in Texas. I do not live their now, but will be going home soon! One way or another! I live BIG and LARGE. I'm was BORN in Texas! As usual, thanks for the ride, sir!
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danielking2944
I love these old sleepy towns. I’m old and sleepy too. You can go to Waco or DFW if you want some drama.
I live on social security and small teacher’s retirement very comfortably under the poverty line.
Don’t care for fast food, can’t imagine why anyone pays for TV, have an electric assist bicycle and have a beautiful younger wife, only 66.
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I love these old sleepy towns. I’m old and sleepy too. You can go to Waco or DFW if you want some drama.
I live on social security and small teacher’s retirement very comfortably under the poverty line.
Don’t care for fast food, can’t imagine why anyone pays for TV, have an electric assist bicycle and have a beautiful younger wife, only 66.
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nancywood9027
When I was a kid growing up in Texas 70 plus years ago, I can remember how little rural towns were pretty interesting and sometimes seem to be still rich with colorful characters and friendly people. I really soaked up my Texas heritage back then and loved thd more rural and country life. Too much has changed and I can't say I like it most of the time.
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When I was a kid growing up in Texas 70 plus years ago, I can remember how little rural towns were pretty interesting and sometimes seem to be still rich with colorful characters and friendly people. I really soaked up my Texas heritage back then and loved thd more rural and country life. Too much has changed and I can't say I like it most of the time.
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mariogarcia7588
Reminds me of my little hometown ' SMILEY, TEXAS I grew up there and now my grandchildren live there, population is about 440, it's right on hwy 87 east between San Antonio and Victoria Texas, don't blink your eyes when driving through or you'll miss it, good ol country folk ways of life.
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Reminds me of my little hometown ' SMILEY, TEXAS I grew up there and now my grandchildren live there, population is about 440, it's right on hwy 87 east between San Antonio and Victoria Texas, don't blink your eyes when driving through or you'll miss it, good ol country folk ways of life.
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pattid1470
Hi Joe and Nic. 1st off, great video. 2nd, your new camera was showing very blurry. Hope you get that fixed. 3rd. I feel bad for all stray dogs. My heart breaks when I see them roaming. and 4th, that house on 7th is very outdated and dark. I think the price is way overpriced.
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Hi Joe and Nic. 1st off, great video. 2nd, your new camera was showing very blurry. Hope you get that fixed. 3rd. I feel bad for all stray dogs. My heart breaks when I see them roaming. and 4th, that house on 7th is very outdated and dark. I think the price is way overpriced.
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usmcmos3174
Great video love small town Texas. Not that I want to live in town by no means just close enough to get what I need. New camera doing a great job looked like to me. Hate seeing these little towns deteriorating but it is what it is. Keep traveling and I’ll keep watching
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Great video love small town Texas. Not that I want to live in town by no means just close enough to get what I need. New camera doing a great job looked like to me. Hate seeing these little towns deteriorating but it is what it is. Keep traveling and I’ll keep watching
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ardielee2701
I like your video it is cool to see more small towns in TX I live in East TX Longview but I lived in Kilgore Texas for a long time it is a small town but not as small as those towns was. I hope you get to see some of them here in East Tx one day have a good day
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I like your video it is cool to see more small towns in TX I live in East TX Longview but I lived in Kilgore Texas for a long time it is a small town but not as small as those towns was. I hope you get to see some of them here in East Tx one day have a good day
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williebeamish5879
Outsourcing and recessions have hit rural areas hard, then there's all the mega corporate ag taking over farmland. Reagan's trickle down economics contributed to 10% of the population now taking 90% of this country's wealth. So now here we are.
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Outsourcing and recessions have hit rural areas hard, then there's all the mega corporate ag taking over farmland. Reagan's trickle down economics contributed to 10% of the population now taking 90% of this country's wealth. So now here we are.
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mikemashburn155
The town where you spotted the most cats had a lower poverty rate but a higher crime rate I'm sure the cats had nothing to do with it, pure coincidence!
Edit: Current ask for the house in Hubbard is only $245, 000, on the market for 169 days.
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The town where you spotted the most cats had a lower poverty rate but a higher crime rate I'm sure the cats had nothing to do with it, pure coincidence!
Edit: Current ask for the house in Hubbard is only $245, 000, on the market for 169 days.
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cajuncarla7334
Come visit us in Jefferson Tx
Used to be a bigger river port than New Orleans.
They've begun a tourist town known for Antiques
Eat at River Port bbq.
Cornbread sandwiches at Kitts
I think Our population is around 2 thousand
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Come visit us in Jefferson Tx
Used to be a bigger river port than New Orleans.
They've begun a tourist town known for Antiques
Eat at River Port bbq.
Cornbread sandwiches at Kitts
I think Our population is around 2 thousand
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williamlloyd3769
There isn’t an economic reason for most of these towns to survive over the long term. When I served in Japan there were lots of small towns and villages that were on the way to dissolution as youth moved out of town and industry moved away
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There isn’t an economic reason for most of these towns to survive over the long term. When I served in Japan there were lots of small towns and villages that were on the way to dissolution as youth moved out of town and industry moved away
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DesertMav
Great video as always. I'm not sure if you did something with the camera, but when you pan to the side with it, the picture seems to be a bit blurry. Otherwise, that house in Hubbard is a bit overpriced, but it would have some solid potential.
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Great video as always. I'm not sure if you did something with the camera, but when you pan to the side with it, the picture seems to be a bit blurry. Otherwise, that house in Hubbard is a bit overpriced, but it would have some solid potential.
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glyngoold2659
Love your videos and your easy presentation style. Shocked at how the small towns are gradually dying. Playback on this video was very jerky for me with loads of ghosting on the side shots, not up to your usual standard. New camera woes
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Love your videos and your easy presentation style. Shocked at how the small towns are gradually dying. Playback on this video was very jerky for me with loads of ghosting on the side shots, not up to your usual standard. New camera woes
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chrismba777
This is a clear reminder that towns are not merely geographical places on a map, but a compilation of architecture, history, and most of all, the people. Take one of those away, and it all becomes a forgotten memory.
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This is a clear reminder that towns are not merely geographical places on a map, but a compilation of architecture, history, and most of all, the people. Take one of those away, and it all becomes a forgotten memory.
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GoreTorn16
Please, could you check out the town freer My wife came from the town, and that town is very very interesting poverty wise. And if you’re looking for a good bite to eat, check out Libertys. Excellent burgers!
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Please, could you check out the town freer My wife came from the town, and that town is very very interesting poverty wise. And if you’re looking for a good bite to eat, check out Libertys. Excellent burgers!
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SkeeterDunn
Well hang on You guys. As the Democrats make life in the cities dangerous, people will and are already going back to the small towns. Be patient the Dems are working to repopulate these little towns.
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Well hang on You guys. As the Democrats make life in the cities dangerous, people will and are already going back to the small towns. Be patient the Dems are working to repopulate these little towns.
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sylviaruth5008
My grandmother was born in Pelham which is nearby Malone. My sister went there a couple of weeks ago to visit a cemetery. My grandmother’s parents and other relatives are buried there.
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My grandmother was born in Pelham which is nearby Malone. My sister went there a couple of weeks ago to visit a cemetery. My grandmother’s parents and other relatives are buried there.
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williamaustin1
Surprised you didn't visit Old Trinity University in Tehuacana, it was established here in the 1860's. It moved several times before it came to rest in San Antonio. Awesome old building.
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Surprised you didn't visit Old Trinity University in Tehuacana, it was established here in the 1860's. It moved several times before it came to rest in San Antonio. Awesome old building.
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danielking2944
These are not poor towns. The people living there have a different perspective on wealth. You can go to Dallas, quadruple your income and live with half the dignity.
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These are not poor towns. The people living there have a different perspective on wealth. You can go to Dallas, quadruple your income and live with half the dignity.
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user-gs6fq1jq8y
Have no fear. Californians are moving to Teaxs in droves. and will fill in all the Abandon towns and soon the houses will be a half a million for a two bedroom.
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Have no fear. Californians are moving to Teaxs in droves. and will fill in all the Abandon towns and soon the houses will be a half a million for a two bedroom.
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Nosugarcoatingme
America's manufacturing left here a long time ago. And recieved tax money to boot. Donnie lost Harley Davidson during his term. What's a small town to do
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America's manufacturing left here a long time ago. And recieved tax money to boot. Donnie lost Harley Davidson during his term. What's a small town to do
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nigelcooper878
$245, 000 is the price of the house on 7th street Hubbard Texas. A lot better value than we pay here in the UK. Seems a nice tranquil town as well.
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$245, 000 is the price of the house on 7th street Hubbard Texas. A lot better value than we pay here in the UK. Seems a nice tranquil town as well.
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kerishannon775
Hi Joe! That house at 107 7th St. In Hubbard is listed at $245, 000. It's not too bad inside. Not sure if I like the outside. Nobody living there.
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Hi Joe! That house at 107 7th St. In Hubbard is listed at $245, 000. It's not too bad inside. Not sure if I like the outside. Nobody living there.
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paddywuk
I would not worry about all these low population towns, just like us in the uk the masses of people coming into your country will soon fill them up.
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I would not worry about all these low population towns, just like us in the uk the masses of people coming into your country will soon fill them up.
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louisskulnik7390
If you make it to Northeast Arkansas again (checking out Wilson, Victoria, etc) you should see Blytheville and it’s zig zag Main Street!
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If you make it to Northeast Arkansas again (checking out Wilson, Victoria, etc) you should see Blytheville and it’s zig zag Main Street!
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elizabethviv
I’ve stopped in Hubbard before! We had a flat tire on a Sunday and the tire shop in the corner across Sonic was nice enough to help us out!
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I’ve stopped in Hubbard before! We had a flat tire on a Sunday and the tire shop in the corner across Sonic was nice enough to help us out!
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jettehansen3394
It is not the houses that are small! It is other houses and your hotelroom that are far to big. What do you need all the rooms for Stuff
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It is not the houses that are small! It is other houses and your hotelroom that are far to big. What do you need all the rooms for Stuff
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goldie7924
Thank you for sharing your travels with us. My family loves your videos. How do you make a living doing this I'm so glad you can do this!
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Thank you for sharing your travels with us. My family loves your videos. How do you make a living doing this I'm so glad you can do this!
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jpenn727
How does he film and drive at the same time Does he have a go-pro on his head/hat /// Never mind, I just watched till the end. Duh.
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How does he film and drive at the same time Does he have a go-pro on his head/hat /// Never mind, I just watched till the end. Duh.
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st1nkh3ad
It gets real po dunk out in Texas just going from Granbury to Temple I was like OMG I forgot what the USA really looks like
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It gets real po dunk out in Texas just going from Granbury to Temple I was like OMG I forgot what the USA really looks like
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debraalexander9535
I enjoy watching your videos as I get to visit places with you in the USA & it's fun & beautiful exploring.
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I enjoy watching your videos as I get to visit places with you in the USA & it's fun & beautiful exploring.
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