Rural ties and memories bind a Tucumcari resident
Lynn Moncus celebrates life in a small community where every lunch with friends from Nara Visa to Hassell sparks memories from decades past. She recalls early teaching at Forrest in 1955 and long friendships formed since childhood, noting how living in rural areas makes such connections precious. Contact via Quay County Sun, 575 461 1952.
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Quay County Sun
What’s in a city name and how places got theirs
The author muses on place names from Chicago to Cucamonga and Tucumcari, exploring Native origins and folk legends. He recounts meanings, local histories, and a 1907 legend of Tucum and Cari tied to a Quay County tale. Steve Hansen signs as editor.
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