Uncovering Texas Ghost Towns - Lost Hopes and Deserted Dreams

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The original town of Sanco was about a mile east from its current location. Once a small ranching community in the 1880s, the decision was made to relocate the towns businesses, lock-stock and barrel in 1907, to be closer to the church. The school, store, post office and blacksmiths were now housed on this pre-historic Indian camp, named after the Comanche Chief, Sanaco.
Unfortunately, this cotton producing village ended its production due to an infestation of the boil weevil and a drought in the 1920s.
The post office closed indefinitely in the 1970s. The old church (boarded and locked) remains, along with a derelict store and the school which has been badly vandalised.
St Dominic’s Church: These magnificent ruins and the small cemetery are all that remains of the old town of D’Hanis. 29 families from Alsace, France settled here in 1847. Gradually it grew into a small town with a schoolhouse and a post office. The church was built in the 1860s using timber, sandstone and limestone. Unfortunately a fire destroyed the interior of the church in early 1910.
When the railroad by-passed the town, the townsfolk moved away to the new town of D’Hanis just a couple of miles away.
Caterina’s Palm Suit and Inn was built in 1926 and closed in the 1950s being left abandoned.
Re-opening in 1997 it had a new lease of life. Unfortunately, it mysteriously caught fire in 2020 and burnt to the ground leaving just a shell.
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@PinInTheAtlas Жыл бұрын

Texas has dozens and dozens of ghost towns and forgotten places. these were just a few we passed by. From the relocation of Sanco's businesses to be closer to the church, the silent abandonment of St. Dominic's Church, and the mysterious fire that consumed Caterina's Palm Suite and Inn, each location holds a tale waiting to be unearthed. Don't forget to like, comment, and share your thoughts below. Happy viewing, ghost town enthusiasts! 👻🎥" If you like what we do and would like to support these explores: ✅ Become a Patreon: www.patreon.com/pinintheatlas ✅ Help fuel Tonto: www.paypal.com/paypalme/pinintheatlas ✅ AMAZON WISH LIST: www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3FJC5W7Z1C19A/ref=nav_wishlist_lists_1 Contact us: info4pinintheatlas@gmail.com Website: pinintheatlas.com/

@rhondaz356 Жыл бұрын

This was such an interesting, yet somber video. Trying to envision the towns when they were "alive", and then viewing the derelict conditions of their remains, is sobering. I always get saddened by neglected cemeteries, churches, and schools. It seems like fire *aided the demise of such places... That inn fascinates me. How tragic that fire destroyed so much of what was left of it, in 2020! ... the recent past. Thank you, once again, Andrea and Steven, for your respect and appreciation of the sites you visit. 🤗💛❤️‍🩹

@PinInTheAtlas Жыл бұрын

You’re always so very kind and supportive with your comments Rhonda. Thank you so much for your support. See you for another adventure next Tuesday.

@brianshersby8979 Жыл бұрын

Amazing buildings, especially the old ruined church. I think the word you were looking for Steve, was keystone - the stone at the top of an arch. It always amazes me, how many abandoned towns there are in the USA. Good work Steve and Andrea

@PinInTheAtlas Жыл бұрын

Yes that’s the word! Thanks Brian! See you next Tuesday!

@dezertraider Жыл бұрын

THANK YOU GUYS,GREAT JOB,,,..NEVER KNEW TX HAD PALM TREES..SPECTACULAR..SAFE TRAVELS..

@PinInTheAtlas Жыл бұрын

Texas has a lot of great surprises Ralph we love it!

@kerryjacobson5465 Жыл бұрын

Great video! Love seeing things when craftsmanship was the norm! Thanks for the tour, as always!

@PinInTheAtlas Жыл бұрын

Us too! They don’t make anything like they used to and that is very sad to see. Love how everything had character!

@Jimborags1956 Жыл бұрын

Great, outstanding! You just get better and better! Can’t wait to see what’s next! Keep up the good work!

@PinInTheAtlas Жыл бұрын

Thank you Jim. Still learning with each video. See you Tuesday for another adventure.

@NestledInNature Жыл бұрын

Thanks! I think you both are awesome for exploring these places, keep up the good work☺

@PinInTheAtlas Жыл бұрын

Thank you so very much Colleen. Lots more pins to come. Every Tuesday. See you on our next adventure.

@milesandhikes Жыл бұрын

This was a cool exploration! I especially liked the first building with the screened in porch, and the old appliances. Too cool!

@PinInTheAtlas Жыл бұрын

Thanks. Yes that porch was great. Imagine sitting out there in the morning with a cuppa!

@candymcclure2476 Жыл бұрын

I am so glad to find another of your videos, I looked forward to them. Gramma Candy

@PinInTheAtlas Жыл бұрын

Thank you. We post new content every Tuesday. See you on our next adventure.

@davidensign5172 Жыл бұрын

Hello Steven and Andrea! "Deep in the Heart of Texas!" Such an interesting explore. Caterina’s Palm Suit and Inn really interested me. Thanks for sharing. Always eager to see your Tuesday videos. Bon Voyage!

@PinInTheAtlas Жыл бұрын

You’re welcome David. See you on our next adventure next Tuesday.

@virginiahanke6760 Жыл бұрын

You've outdone yourselves. The art approach is excellent

@PinInTheAtlas Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much, we continue to put so much into every video and are constantly striving to get better. We truly appreciate the support Virginia!

@chrisblack8390 Жыл бұрын

Great video. Loved the inn an all the buildings! I found a old store for sale. Only 12 residents in the town. Cheap too! Thanks guys. Have a great day

@PinInTheAtlas Жыл бұрын

Thanks Chris!

@johnholliday6011 Жыл бұрын

Great video and the stone above window openings or any kind of opening would be a keystone.They lock the rocks together and one of the strongest building methods ever

@PinInTheAtlas Жыл бұрын

Thanks John. Couldn’t think of the name at the time! See you next week for another adventure.

@carlwest859 Жыл бұрын

The arched window is a Tudor style with an under notched keystone filling the top. More detail than you needed to know. Liked how you covered more structures in this video with out spending too much time sifting through the debris. Stop by Thurber, Tx. if possible. Safe travels.

@PinInTheAtlas Жыл бұрын

Keystone that’s the word! Thanks Carl. We have plenty pinned for our next excursion back to Texas. See you next Tuesday!

@richardbeee Жыл бұрын

Awesome. Nicely done. I really liked that old hotel. Y'all are out doing yourselves each and every time. Looking forward to future pins. Stay dry, safe and happy. Was going to mention the keystone but see every body has. It's ok Steve, i get camera shy also. When i do i forget. Try being on stage and starting a song and ......braindead! Yowzer!

@PinInTheAtlas Жыл бұрын

Ha ha. Thanks Richard. Lots to see in Texas. Yep. Keystone. Couldn’t think of the name at the time.

@serablack4669 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

@PinInTheAtlas Жыл бұрын

You’re very welcome, so glad you enjoyed the video! We post every Tuesday for more exciting adventures. See you next week.

@lesleyrobbins1137 Жыл бұрын

Made me wonder where everyone had gone, and was there anyone who still remembers them. What a lonely place.

@PinInTheAtlas Жыл бұрын

We always wonder the same thing Lesley, that’s why we visit these places keep their memory alive in our small way.

@bobpace5464 Жыл бұрын

That was a real interesting video. I would’ve loved to seen them buildings before they wanted downhill. thank you guys for sharing. Can you be safe and have fun

@PinInTheAtlas Жыл бұрын

We try and imagine what the places once looked like. Whenever possible we get old pics from the web. But not always sure if they are correct as so much miss info. See you on our next adventure next Tuesday.

@diane1390 Жыл бұрын

I'm very impressed by how ornate the old furniture is, and how long it's lasted under such harsh conditions. I'd love to know the personal information on many of those old shops. The personal history if aligned with the history of the towns would be interesting.

@PinInTheAtlas Жыл бұрын

We completely agree Diane. Nowadays it’s getting harder and harder to get to the real answers about these places. When we can get the real facts we do try to put as much in as we can. See you next Tuesday!

@waynebender8835 Жыл бұрын

The first building looks like it was General Store. The carve wood in the furniture is very elaborate. Maybe someone could save it. The 1950's refrigerator people have renovated. The church with the cemetery gave me a creepy vibe.

@tonibgood2000 4 ай бұрын

My mother was born here in Acala Texas. She was one of the first 50 and my granny helped plant cotton. The men pulled roots of mesquite bushes to clear the fields

@PinInTheAtlas 4 ай бұрын

Wow Toni. That’s amazing. Thanks for sharing

@superdave1949 Жыл бұрын

Quite interesting. My dad's family has Alsatian roots and settled in this general area around that time. I'll be researching a bit to see if any of them might have been in that initial group of settlers. Thanks so much, I love all of your videos but this one really hits home for me!

@PinInTheAtlas Жыл бұрын

Wow that would be amazing to find out! We hope you are able to find those answers Dave. Glad this was a special one for you.

@superdave1949 Жыл бұрын

Wow! I just discovered that one of my great-great grandfathers WAS a settler here! Jean Schreiber received a land grant at the founding of this settlement. And a great-grandfather, Joseph Meyer, was an original settler of Castroville nearby. Thanks so very much for spurring me on to this discovery. Love you guys!

@PinInTheAtlas Жыл бұрын

@@superdave1949 you’re welcome. Glad you got some inspiration.

@Corgis175 Жыл бұрын

It must be super hot in TX but nice to see other states' ghost towns.

@PinInTheAtlas Жыл бұрын

We filmed this in April so not too hot. Had lots of rain though!

@caryward8251 Жыл бұрын

At 1:53, those nest structures are made by the Dirt and/or Mud Daubers! Wasps use dead wood to form a paste to construct the nests. They attach a petiole (short stalk) usually underneath a support structure to start forming the nest. Mud Daubers basically put their nests anywhere & anyway, randomly!

@PinInTheAtlas Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the info Cary.

@kenp9469 Жыл бұрын

Went through the upper panhandle a few years back. Seemed like hardly anything was still there.

@PinInTheAtlas Жыл бұрын

We found lots to do in Texas Ken. Can’t wait to go back and explore some more!

@carriecharles9812 Жыл бұрын

Those are Mud Dobber nests in the old fridge. They look like wasps but are totally harmless. I use to play with them as a kid.

@PinInTheAtlas Жыл бұрын

Thanks Carrie. Not sure they’d be something I’d have played with 🤣. See you next Tuesday for another adventure.

@Justme85857 Жыл бұрын

Excellent video

@PinInTheAtlas Жыл бұрын

Thanks Paul. Glad you enjoyed it. More next Tuesday. See you then.

@HaveKayaksWillTravel 8 ай бұрын

We enjoyed the tour video. We are exploring Texas and making videos in every town. We are always looking for interesting places in Texas. Keep exploring #swervycrew Ken

@PinInTheAtlas 8 ай бұрын

Thanks Ken. We love Texas. We’re sure you’ll find lots of interesting places. We barely scratched the surface. Happy travels.

@tinadelwiche416 Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@PinInTheAtlas Жыл бұрын

We Love you Tina!!!

@tinadelwiche416 Жыл бұрын

@@PinInTheAtlas yw

@lornahardin4563 Жыл бұрын

I loved the cemetery and beautiful old church. Too bad someone doesn't take down the trees and brush compromising the structure.

@casedoumasr656 Жыл бұрын

Well you found alot of great buildings still in a safe condition the history shows . Nice to see the church is being taken care of and locked up good sign .Love your talks of the history and talking about what you find .Looking forward to tuesday .But will be doing some traveling coming up for about a month .Doing some Gold pan demonstrations in a Ghost town in Idaho ⛏️ for maybe 2 week ends 💰💰😂 Lots of fun and smiles and questions love it take care ⛏️🤔

@PinInTheAtlas Жыл бұрын

Thank you Case. Texas does have some interesting places to explore. Which ghost town in Idaho are you visiting?

@casedoumasr656 Жыл бұрын

@@PinInTheAtlas Silver City

@PinInTheAtlas Жыл бұрын

@@casedoumasr656 We've got it pinned but it was snowed in last time we passed by!

@casedoumasr656 Жыл бұрын

@@PinInTheAtlas End of may to 2 ND week of Sept season

@phillipseaton7163 Жыл бұрын

Hi guys great video as usual caught you in a typo though you said town shut down because of the boil weevil it's boll weevil

@PinInTheAtlas Жыл бұрын

Thanks. Easy to miss. See you on our next adventure next Tuesday.

@diane1390 Жыл бұрын

I read that El Camino Real means the "real way" in Spanish. I saw it on google. We have a road named that along the California coast, where most of the missions are.

@hildahilpert5018 9 ай бұрын

El Camino Real means in Spanish the King,s Road, real meaning royal .The Kings Highway or ElCamino Real runs from east Texas down to Mexico.Nacogdochez Road in San Antonio follows it and it turns south somewhere in town During the Texas 1936 Centennial, they put stone markers along the way there is a stone marker on Nacogdoches near the town of Bracken.Runs in front of Comanche Lookout Park.The hill is one of the highest points in Bexar County. Was used as. Look out by native Americans.

@diane1390 9 ай бұрын

@@hildahilpert5018 no, I've lived in California all my life and it means the real road. There's no reference to king in that.

@tinadelwiche416 Жыл бұрын

Someone could gut out the school and make a good home. The outside structure looked promising. Any ghosts or snakes?😊ty for another amazing find😊

@PinInTheAtlas Жыл бұрын

We didn’t see any snakes 🐍 luckily. No ghostly vibes either on this one.

@tinadelwiche416 Жыл бұрын

@PinInTheAtlas good deal. Steve was acting again when yous were poseing with the big robot

@glennbullock1212 Жыл бұрын

Sure a lot of things set afire around there. The name of the stone is a 'keystone'.

@Robert-fx1lr Жыл бұрын

What are they doing at my house?

@PinInTheAtlas Жыл бұрын

🤣

@pixelpeter3883 Жыл бұрын

Nicely muted colors; can't wait to see the other places you passed though :-) BTW: is says '1 month ago' by your pinned comment, does that mean you uploaded this already one month ago?

@PinInTheAtlas Жыл бұрын

We film and upload schedule weeks in advance. Never know when we get service. This was filmed in April.