Old Towns Knocking On Death's Door - Abandoned, Rural Texas
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my wife can put the washing out on the line with out fear of it being dirtier after she washed it once it air dried, it was always a concern for my mam.
but i miss the sh, ttiness of it all, the excitement of exploring abandoned buildings of being where i promised i would not go.
this makes me long for it. I sometimes drive 15 miles up the road to go to town that is run down and I feel like Im home.
even miss the cold and the hunger, nostalgia can mess with your head.
Date: 2024-01-28
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philgreen815
I love this video. I never got the chance to see much of Texas, I just passed through on the greyhound. My little trip from San Francisco to New York, main stops being Denver, New Orleans, then took the Amtrak up to N. Y. all on my own with a back pack, I was 62 then, went back with my Son to Sacramento and Lake Tahoe. I aim to go back again, the trouble is my Son didn't want to come back to England he loves the US so much, as I do.
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I love this video. I never got the chance to see much of Texas, I just passed through on the greyhound. My little trip from San Francisco to New York, main stops being Denver, New Orleans, then took the Amtrak up to N. Y. all on my own with a back pack, I was 62 then, went back with my Son to Sacramento and Lake Tahoe. I aim to go back again, the trouble is my Son didn't want to come back to England he loves the US so much, as I do.
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justindozone2160
Don't think unincorporated means excluded from census. I live in a vibrant and affluent unincorporated area and all residents receive a census form with instructions describing a mandatory response. To my knowledge unincorporated means no city government, under the control and protection of the county, and no post office.
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Don't think unincorporated means excluded from census. I live in a vibrant and affluent unincorporated area and all residents receive a census form with instructions describing a mandatory response. To my knowledge unincorporated means no city government, under the control and protection of the county, and no post office.
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jreneehogan1039
Is the population variance between the census and post office related to city limits
My postal code is for a very small city in east Texas. However, I'm not counted as a resident, as I live outside the city limits. The current population is less than 300, but there are way more people in the surrounding area.
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Is the population variance between the census and post office related to city limits
My postal code is for a very small city in east Texas. However, I'm not counted as a resident, as I live outside the city limits. The current population is less than 300, but there are way more people in the surrounding area.
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gardengoddess3920
We love the videos! They are calming and informative simultaneously as well as highly enjoyable. My husband and I have driven through many of the same small towns, making many of the same observations. I love the cat sightings especially!
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We love the videos! They are calming and informative simultaneously as well as highly enjoyable. My husband and I have driven through many of the same small towns, making many of the same observations. I love the cat sightings especially!
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gregormcintosh1902
With stocking the trader why don't you put it all in the granary so the town and take what it needs then when the trader comes then call for what your selling (or move by cart) to ensure you have enough in the trader by time they arrive.
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With stocking the trader why don't you put it all in the granary so the town and take what it needs then when the trader comes then call for what your selling (or move by cart) to ensure you have enough in the trader by time they arrive.
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matthewronson5218
It's my understanding that unemployment numbers is the number of people currently drawing unemployment numbers, but Texas may use more accurate data points. Also if the population doesn't qualify as a Village, it would be a settlement.
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It's my understanding that unemployment numbers is the number of people currently drawing unemployment numbers, but Texas may use more accurate data points. Also if the population doesn't qualify as a Village, it would be a settlement.
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wstroh5837
It is sad to see these towns fade and crumble away. It is hard to believe these towns were one time busy places on Saturdays when everyone come to town to stock up on goods. I guess like everything it served it's place in time.
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It is sad to see these towns fade and crumble away. It is hard to believe these towns were one time busy places on Saturdays when everyone come to town to stock up on goods. I guess like everything it served it's place in time.
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violetaledesma2378
I really find your work amazing. It's unbelievable that you could make what looks boring and desolate really entertaining and quite informative. Thank you so much for bringing these places to our attention.
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I really find your work amazing. It's unbelievable that you could make what looks boring and desolate really entertaining and quite informative. Thank you so much for bringing these places to our attention.
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andrewward5891
Per viewers request Joe did hang out and talk to the locals in a small town. Of course it helped that the small town actually had two public places serving food and drink (which is 2 more then most small towns.
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Per viewers request Joe did hang out and talk to the locals in a small town. Of course it helped that the small town actually had two public places serving food and drink (which is 2 more then most small towns.
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HS-xt6yw
Glenrio Tx is a ghost town on the old Route 66 at the border of Texas and New Mexico. It was a filming location for Bus Stop with Clark Gable and Marilyn Monroe. It died when the new hwy 40 bypassed it. Sad.
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Glenrio Tx is a ghost town on the old Route 66 at the border of Texas and New Mexico. It was a filming location for Bus Stop with Clark Gable and Marilyn Monroe. It died when the new hwy 40 bypassed it. Sad.
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mikibihon8826
So many abandoned houses, ghost towns of Texas maybe due to Gov. Abbott's running the state of Texas. The good thing is these ghost towns are peaceful, quiet, nothing much to it. Thanks, Gov. Abbott.
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So many abandoned houses, ghost towns of Texas maybe due to Gov. Abbott's running the state of Texas. The good thing is these ghost towns are peaceful, quiet, nothing much to it. Thanks, Gov. Abbott.
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hoseman317
Why do you not get out of your vehicle and talk to the locals and find out what happened. Why did they give up on the town, why did the people leave. Make your videos a lot more interesting.
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Why do you not get out of your vehicle and talk to the locals and find out what happened. Why did they give up on the town, why did the people leave. Make your videos a lot more interesting.
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royvankan2723
It's disheartening to witness the decay and neglect in every town visited. Regrettably, the indifference of US citizens is evident; there's ample space to destroy without much concern.
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It's disheartening to witness the decay and neglect in every town visited. Regrettably, the indifference of US citizens is evident; there's ample space to destroy without much concern.
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BaroqueBlues
If I was rich I would buy that town and fix it up! There needs to become a chain store that only sells made in America goods. Even if they only had 10 items on their shelves, I'd buy
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If I was rich I would buy that town and fix it up! There needs to become a chain store that only sells made in America goods. Even if they only had 10 items on their shelves, I'd buy
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chrisfortune2031
There sure were a lot of BBQ shacks last time I drove down there. I never stopped to eat but it would be the only thing open for 50 miles. It's been about 10 years
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There sure were a lot of BBQ shacks last time I drove down there. I never stopped to eat but it would be the only thing open for 50 miles. It's been about 10 years
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usa-by-car
I've always wanted to come to the U. S, so I watch all of your videos to remind me of my biggest dream in this world. When I die, I wanna come back an American
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I've always wanted to come to the U. S, so I watch all of your videos to remind me of my biggest dream in this world. When I die, I wanna come back an American
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Jattebra-br2sz
Beer in a plastic cup, must be USA. Thanks for your video. I like your videos showing both nice and less nice things in rural USA. Gretings from Europe!
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Beer in a plastic cup, must be USA. Thanks for your video. I like your videos showing both nice and less nice things in rural USA. Gretings from Europe!
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CRanch-jz3ow
I just started watching these videos, and was wondering why you never stopped to talk to the locals. Then, with the two owners here I can see maybe why.
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I just started watching these videos, and was wondering why you never stopped to talk to the locals. Then, with the two owners here I can see maybe why.
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bladerunner752
Have you checked out Ropesville known as (Ropes) my grandmother and great aunt and uncle were born and raised there through the depression.
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Have you checked out Ropesville known as (Ropes) my grandmother and great aunt and uncle were born and raised there through the depression.
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hasonmorris4968
With such a large influx of immigrants coming into America maybe they should be introduced into these old towns and see how they flourish
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With such a large influx of immigrants coming into America maybe they should be introduced into these old towns and see how they flourish
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POSTAPRILSIXTH
Joe: I will look into this video. At some point, despite the fact. I was hit by a car. So badly, I was hospitalized for 11 weeks.
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Joe: I will look into this video. At some point, despite the fact. I was hit by a car. So badly, I was hospitalized for 11 weeks.
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stevek4654
Very cool seeing these places that no one knows about. The clear skies, the desolation, the empty space. I love the feeling of it all.
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Very cool seeing these places that no one knows about. The clear skies, the desolation, the empty space. I love the feeling of it all.
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mike5390
8: 01 the building you're unsure about is an original style gas station, you can see the pump bases at the bottom of the green pillars
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8: 01 the building you're unsure about is an original style gas station, you can see the pump bases at the bottom of the green pillars
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DrHydeOfficial
Did you place a pebble on the grave sites It’s considered respectful to do so. Just curious. In love with your content btw
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Did you place a pebble on the grave sites It’s considered respectful to do so. Just curious. In love with your content btw
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edcew8236
If you did a series on rural Georgia, you might find that some counties don't have even one lawyer -- if I got good information.
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If you did a series on rural Georgia, you might find that some counties don't have even one lawyer -- if I got good information.
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chrisfortune2031
I've been through there, Santa Anna through Brownwood is a nice drive, then Comanche, Dublin and finally to Stephenville.
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I've been through there, Santa Anna through Brownwood is a nice drive, then Comanche, Dublin and finally to Stephenville.
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jackblair8935
Enjoyed the ghost towns but they were a little sad. I understand the young people packing up and leaving. Safe travels
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Enjoyed the ghost towns but they were a little sad. I understand the young people packing up and leaving. Safe travels
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mdjones905
Once these old towns start going down hill, no mater how much is pumped into them they just can’t make a comeback.
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Once these old towns start going down hill, no mater how much is pumped into them they just can’t make a comeback.
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barnproductions
11: 26 these are the Stations of the Cross. We walk with Christ through his passion every Friday during Lent.
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11: 26 these are the Stations of the Cross. We walk with Christ through his passion every Friday during Lent.
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kene6838
How nice would it be to get a good group of people who longed for simpler times to rebuild one of these small towns.
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How nice would it be to get a good group of people who longed for simpler times to rebuild one of these small towns.
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gregorylyon1004
It just seems like the whole entire United States has been run down like this. What the hell happened
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It just seems like the whole entire United States has been run down like this. What the hell happened
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usa-by-car
I always feel a deep sadness that accompanies your videos, trying to imagine what it was like in yesteryears
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I always feel a deep sadness that accompanies your videos, trying to imagine what it was like in yesteryears
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NoNameNoFace-rr7li
id like to live Rowena imagine restoring old cars and motorcycles in one of those fantastic shops.
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id like to live Rowena imagine restoring old cars and motorcycles in one of those fantastic shops.
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333jr
Do you ask the community, expressly when showing people's homes. It will open up with the community. Might help
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Do you ask the community, expressly when showing people's homes. It will open up with the community. Might help
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