Lafourche Parish (La.) -- Social life and customs -- 19th century.
Subject
Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings
Found in 2 Collections and/or Records:
Barrilleaux Diaries
Collection
Identifier: MS-00200
Scope and Contents
Ferdinand Barrilleaux was a storekeeper and postmaster in Lockport, La. during the 19th century. This collection consists of photocopies of his diaries recounting his personal life, business transactions, and experiences with Civil War strife. He originally wrote these diaries in French, but English translations are available.
Dates:
1827-1994
Richard Scrapbooks
Collection
Identifier: MS-00199
Scope and Contents
This collection covers one linear ft. and spans 1881-1966 with the bulk of material dating 1890-1911. It includes two scrapbooks which were inherited by Paul E. Richard from his father. They contain newspaper clippings, obituaries, and wedding announcements. The bulk of the scrapbooks’ content pertains to news on local events, family, and friends, but several newspaper clippings also document national news.
Dates:
1881-1966