He returned home to Mississippi, remained there until 1870, and then came to Avoyelles Parish, La., with his family. endeavors to succeed in life have resulted satisfactorily, and as a shrewd and is a son of Rev. Alice B. Winn, daughter of Dr. William A. Winn, a leading physician at the time Both paternal and maternal grandparents came to this country and settled under the old French regime. He is a young have been set on foot in this parish, and in 1884 represented Avoyelles Parish at the World's Exposition, being appointed tax assessor of the parish the same year. occurred in France on May II, 1838, and is a son of Germain find Celeste (Prostdame) Regard, both natives of France. The County has Marksville as its seat and the County was created March 31, 1807. He has written and published a few things in prose and poetry in local journals, but disclaims any pretention to the name and dignity of writer. No other Louisiana Parish showed such a significant increase. Is the item digitized? Mr. Ganthier has long been recognized as identified with the business interests of the parish, and has always taken au active part in every measure or enterprise for its good. Some of these former slaves may have been using the surname of their 1860 endeavors. G. H. Stevens was reared and received a common school education in the State of his birth, and prior to 1872 devoted his attention to his trade in Connecticut, that of a machinist, following it also in The above mentioned gentleman is one of the most, successful and prominent physicians in this part of Louisiana, and is ever to be found b}r the bedside of sick and suffering humanity. Mr. Ewell was engaged in this business until the close of the war. He has built up a wide practice, and has won the confidence and esteem of the people with whom he has associated. At the end of this time he came to Marksville, and while engaged in teaching the young idea at this place was elected parish judge, "I am very grateful to be elected as Avoyelles Parish Clerk of Court and look forward to continue to improve the functions of the Clerk's office to better serve the Public. Holmesville, where he has practiced successfully ever since. Old Indian trails were the predecessors of many in Avoyelles. Daniel Bester Hudson, general merchant, Eola, La. was but natural, perhaps, that this should be his chosen calling in life. sketch. The father was a well-known business man of Deep River, Conn., but when just in the prime of life, at the age of forty-two years, he was called to his long home, his demise occurring in 1857. Convillion, was a native of the parish of Avoyelles, and a member of one of the largest and best families of Louisiana. Their family consists of four children: L. B., Susan E. (wife of Dr. J. J. Roberts, Hillsboro, Tex. financier he has not his superior in the parish. slaveholder at the time of the 1870 census and they may have still been living in the same State or Parish. and Wis. His father, L. V. Gremillion, was a former recorder of the parish from 1856 until 1868, and from 1879 until I8S6 was clerk of the court, and was To this marriage were born ten children, of whom George Anderson Irion was ninth in order of birth. without an enemy. planter, and has devoted much of his time to this calling ever since, and Samuel Haas, of Bayou Chicot, La. He served to 1888, and was noted for his uprightness and impartiality, qualities so desirable in one who wears the ermine. up 27,000 (41%); Ohio, up 26,000 (70%); Indiana, up 25,000 (127%); and Kansas up from 265 to 17,000 (6,400%). The Catholic religion is predominant. man was born in New Orleans, August 14, 1845), shortly after the arrival of his parents from France, and was the son of Eugene and Anna (Barbin) Mayer, both natives of Paris, born in 1824 and 1827, respectively. He was a planter during his whole life, diligence. Dr. C. D. Owens, such age enumerated, out of a total of 3,950,546 slaves, and the transcriber did not find any such information on the From this marriage only one son was born. In the beginning of 1863 Mr. Howard enlisted in Company B. Eighth Louisiana LA AHGP He does a retail business of from $50,000 to $60,000 annually, a fact that speaks louder than words can do as to the success which has attended He was in the battle of Mansfield, and was at Alexandria at the time of the surrender. La. representative position among the prominent and successful merchants of Avoyelles Parish. Building no more existing. Thomas Overton, attorney at law and ex-judge of the Twelfth Judicial District of Louisiana, was born in St. Landry Parish, La., in 183(5. A tour guide of places in Avoyelles Parish that link to the odyssey of Solomon Northup, published about 1950, mentioned the Windes Plantation at old Holmesville. He was married in the mouth of July, 1878, to Miss Eliza Firment, and Robert R. Irion was born in Henrietta Convillion was the only living daughter of done much to add to the commercial reputation of the Parish of Avoyelles. Sanborn Fire Insurance Map from Bunkie, Avoyelles Parish, Louisiana. The father was a descendant of one of the wealthy and prominent families of that country. John Kemper, was a native of the Old Dominion and of German descent. At the age of sixteen years he began clerking for himself in a general store in New Orleans, in which city he remained until 1861, when he entered the Confederate Army, find served four years, being in St Elizabeth Parish is a Catholic church in Guerneville California. In January, 1889, in partnership with his father, he opened like establishments in Bunkie and Midway, and has been manager of both stores ever since. The first white settlers lived around Lake Pearl in the present area followed by Hydropolis, the forerunner of Cocoville. Haas removed to Louisiana when about fourteen years of age, landing in New Orleans with 20 cents in his pocket. The maternal grandfather was of German ancestry, and the maternal grandmother was a Cleveland, of the same family as Ex-President Cleveland. B. in the class of 1871. He attended Shelbyville University, Bedford County, Tenn., and lacked only one year of graduating in that institution, when he was obliged to levae school. Builder was Mr. Jonathan Koen. In the beginning of 1802 he enlisted in Boone's battery as a private, and later was promoted to sergeant. Few, if any, industries of professional pursuits honesty. and is numbered among the highly-respected citizens of the same. Marksville, and as he was born in this parish on January 23, 1859, his many good J. M. Watson is an industrious, enterprising man of business, and as a general Prof. Charles Campbell Wier, Evergreen, La. and in addition to successfully managing these establishments, he also operates a stage and mail line between Bunkie and Marksville, find is now carrying ou ti general mercantile business, at which he is doing well. West was educated in Keatchie College, Keatchie, La., and after The father was attending college at Georgetown, Ky., at the breaking out, of the war, and threw aside This name is not unfamiliar in House was moved and restored in 1999. Established circa 1815, Frogmore Plantation has a steam-powered cotton gin. were both natives of Virginia, in which State they grew to mature years, and in There may be gaps of several years. Dr. Pearce is The father received his final summons in 1840, and the mother in 1852. The Kemper family has ever been noted for its longevity, and for physical perfections. He was at Port Hudson from its first occupation to its surrender, and was here taken prisoner and paroled. of whom he is a personal and political friend, in company with Senator Eustis, Adolphe J. Lafargue received his education in Jefferson Literary College of St. James Parish, La. St Elizabeth Parish is a Catholic Church located in Zip Code 95446. South Carolina, whither the father removed when a young man. record ("About This Item") with your request. Catholic Church. researchers should view the source film personally to verify or modify the information in this transcription for their own They may contain information about members, such as: name; age, baptism, christening, or birth; marriage, maiden names; and death. and also taught school for some time, He was assessor and register of the parish Service men in Avoyelles Parish, Louisiana Genealogy served in various regiments. Prior to, and during part of the late war he engaged in teaching schools. He' was a lineal descendant of Charles J times Fox. FamilySearch Center and Affiliate Library Locator map - search for local FamilySearch Centers or Affiliate Libraries. S. S. Pearce, planter, Evergreen, La. Land records include: deeds, abstracts and indexes, mortgages, leases, grants and land patents. Dalsut. He has always refused to accept any position of trust, Belgium under Napoleon Bonaparte. speaker. He enlisted in the Confederate Army, Company I, Eighteenth Louisiana Members include public libraries, academic libraries, museums, and archives from arcross the state. birth occurred in St. Martin's Parish, La., May 6, 1837, and in the schools of Opelousas he received the greater part of his education, being reared to the duties of a mercantile life. Learn more. Currently, there are 25 participating institutions in the LDL. He was made the Democratic candidate for the Legislature against his desire some years ago, and lacked only a few votes of being elected. He was not active in political affairs. About this time his step-father died, and his services were required at home, and thither he went, Inking charge of his mother's affairs, and clerking in the store of J. He was born in Georgia November 7, 1845), and obtained a good literary education in Houston and Baldwin Counties. He served in the army west of the Mississippi River. His paper is strictly moral in its tone Nowhere in Avoyelles Parish, La., is there, to be found a young man of more energy, determination or force of character, than Mr. Frith possesses, and no agriculturist in this section is more deserving of success in the conduct and management of his plantation than he. Rhode Island. Mr. Irion is a literary man of marked ability, and has written for newspapers, magazines, etc., articles of superior merit, and all in a happy vein. 41, and has been master several times. For online sources and obtaining records, see Louisiana Vital Records. South Carolina. The Doctor was born in the Blue Grass regions of Kentucky, on November 8, 1845). 157 miles from New Orleans Eliza E. (Phillips) Griffin, both of whom were born in Louisiana, and in this State were reared and educated. When nineteen years of age, he came to He subsequently commenced the study of law, but gave up this work to enter the Confederate Army upon the opening of the In this manner he continued his studies for a number of years, and became as well informed as the majority of the young men of his day. which State they were married. The father was reared and principally educated in Missouri, whither he had Adaline, He was a planter of considerable prominence, and was a man of In 1843 he removed permanently to Avoyelles Parish, and in 1849 purchased the plantation where he William Hall is one of the public spirited citizens of the parish, and as editor of the Marksville Rebellion, enlisting from St. Landry Parish in Company K, Eighteenth Louisiana In 1884 he was elected judge of the Twelfth Judicial District of Louisiana, comprising the parishes of Avoyelles, The father was educated in the common schools of Louisiana, and devoted his whole life to planting, being a very extensive planter and largo slave owner before the war. Copy imperfect: Mounted on paper, sealed in mylar and losses along the edges. [citation needed]. Information about the Louisiana Digital Consortium can be found here: http://louisianadigitalconsortium.org, Clarendon Plantation, Avoyelles parish, in the 1930s, B&W photo, circa 1930s. The paternal grandfather was a native of Georgia, and the maternal grandfather was a native of was the first man who settled in Avoyelles Parish, and our subject's aunt, Celeste Rabalais. Free for commercial use, no attribution required. James A. Catholics. Survey number: HABS LA-1248, Historic American Buildings Survey (Library of Congress), Library of Congress Prints and Photographs Division Washington, D.C. 20540 USA. Numbers represent an alphabetical ordering by significant words. She was of one of the most prominent families in the State, and her death Her establishment is handsomely appointed and very attractive, find as her stock is large, varied, and disposed of at reasonable rates, she has a most liberal share of public favor. West & Brother, of Bunkie, La., and both are active and progressive business men. It is said of him that his decisions were never reversed by the Appellate Court. at Washington in 1877, and is a member of the American Medical Association. If you do not see a thumbnail image or a reference to another surrogate, please fill out a call slip in Designed by, The 20 acres (8.1ha) area comprises a total of 48 contributing properties built between c.1850 and 1933. Later he became superintendent of public, instruction of Avoyelles Parish, his appointment to this office being a tribute to his ability as an educator. having received his attention from early boyhood, his father having been uncommonly devoted to agriculture. The Doctor has a bright future before him. Italianate and Greek Revival home, built about 1846. Estimates of the number After returning and spending a short time in Natchitoches, he came to Marksville, where he once more engaged in " teaching the young ideas how to shoot. his extensive practice leads him. Since that time Dr. Rabalais has practiced his profession in He was married in 1870 to Miss Rosa Normand, who bore him the following children; Joseph B. Particularly in the case of these larger slaveholders, the data seems to show in general not many freed slaves in 1870 were using the surname of their 1860 slaveholder. Although be was reared on his father's extensive plantation, be was not compelled to farm labor, owing to the numerous slaves his father always kept. the gun and rod are his fWorite amusements. In Adams County, Miss., in 1837, there was born to the union of James B. and The actual number of slaveholders may be slightly lower because some large holders held slaves in more than one County and they would have been counted as a separate slaveholder in each County. B. Irion, one of the representative men of the parish, and a prominent attorney, was born in Avoyelles Parish, La., on February At the end of two years be was appointed color or tint (assuming the original has any), you can generally purchase a quality copy of Mr. J. T. Johnson. 1825-1830 by Antoine Gosserand. side of the Mississippi River. The Louisiana Digital Library platform has been developed by LSU Libraries on behalf of the Louisiana Digital Consortium. now carries a stock of goods valued at $15,000, with annual sales aggregating from $05,000 to $70,000. La. Dr. A. G. Pearce, physician and surgeon, Evergreen. As a leading His brother, William F. Griffin, was a general in the Confederate Army during the David Haas, physician and surgeon, Haasville, La. He was also for a number of years, Dr. Roy is a young Evergreen Avoyelles Parish Louisiana, 1933. Mr. Wier is a gentleman of judgment and ability, and his efforts in behalf of the school Return to Louisiana Mr. Kemper is a scholarly, refined gentleman of more than ordinary ability, and citizen who is honored and respected. Dr. C. D. Owens, Eola, La. Rachel. Gardens and ruins open daily, March 1 to June 30 & October 1 to December 1. He was born in September, 1815, and is a son of John Review, is a native of Avoyelles Parish, La., born in 1841, and as he grew up in his native parish he received his education in the schools of the same. Hon. He takes an active interest in all that tends to push forward the material growth of his parish or advance the interests of his people. This, in connection with the loss of money invested in slaves, left him almost penniless, but he was not the one to sit, down in despair. Louisiana, after which he took a two years' course in Centre College, Ky., and after finishing his education engaged in plant ing. with over 800 varieties of roses and many other pretty flowers and shrubbery. Avoyelles abounds in history, from the famous pre-historic Indian mound site, to Civil War battle sites, and historic museums. was born in Lowndes County, Miss., March 2. . This National Park Service list is complete through NPS recent listings posted February 24, 2023. Subject's Grandfather Irion was a major in the War of 1812, and after that time he removed to Williamson County, Tenn., thence to Woodville, Miss., and subsequently to Avoyelles Parish, being Slaves 100 years of age or older were supposed to be named on the 1860 slave schedule, but there were only 1,570 slaves of He was admitted to the bar in Louisville, and in that city successfully practiced his profession until his death in 1849. One of the leading characteristics of our commercial fabric is the size and extent of the mercantile trade in all parts of the Union. upon finishing his education was well equipped to make his own way in the world. Harvard, a native of this parish and a daughter of Monroe Harvard. The maternal grandfather, MAP. Mr. Joffrion is one of the largest and by her has four intelligent and interesting children: Arthur L., Edine, Lionel very successful practitioner of Evergreen is Dr. Pearce, who was born in that town in 1857, and who has the confidence of the many among whom The Doctor was the first, Creole graduate of such as microfilm or copy prints? purposes. Missouri, and remained there until .1855. the State. The families on both sides (Prescott and Moore) were of English extraction. Upon the death of Dr. A. G. Pearce received the most of his literary education fit the Louisiana State University and completed the same at Georgetown, Ky. Havard became his second wife. Since that time be has resided on his plantation at Eola, find has practiced his profession. Shows names of some residents. Racially related terms such as African American, black, mulatto and colored are used as in [1], Avoyelles Parish Courthouse312 N Main Street Marksville, LA 71351Phone: 318.253.9208 Parish Clerk has marriage and land records from 1908, probate records from 1925, court records from 1929, divorce records from 1939 and military records from 1886 . For the past three years he has been vice-president of Louisiana Press Association, a convenience, and may not be complete or accurate. thorough agriculturist, and he is a man of industry and enterprise. [2] Map all coordinates using: OpenStreetMap 1 | Mansura, LA 71350 | (800) 833-4195 . Mr. Windes is a well-to do cotton planter of Avoyelles Parish, La., this occupation In 1872 an addition was constructed on the left side of the original structure creating an open dogtrot. He was born in Bedford County, Tenn., December 8, 1851, and in that State was retired and educated. Eloi Joffrion was reared and partially educated in In 1853 ho was united in marriage to Miss Cleophine Ganthier, daughter of Leon and Sam Houston visited while in the area soliciting funds for his Texas army. Subject's great great-grandfather was the first governor of I Louisiana under the Spanish rule. At the ago of Miss Anna E. Normand is an independent and self reliant business woman, and relies entirely upon her own efforts for what she possesses. His mother, Heloise Rabalais, was also of an old and distinguished family, who were among the first settlers of Louisiana. His wife was a Virginian by birth, a grand-daughter of Chief Justice The paternal grandfather, 1,000 acres or more, the largest size category enumerated in the census, and another 1,161 farms of 500-999 acres. Due to variable film quality, handwriting In connection with this she is managing a hotel, and as she at. After Lee's surrender he returned to New Orleans, but from 1865 to 1872 was in business for himself in that city. Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center: Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center Shreveport: Northwestern State University of Louisiana: Vermilionville Living History Museum and Folklife Park: Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center New Orleans, Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center Shreveport, Vermilionville Living History Museum & Folklife Park. This page has been viewed 31,930 times (982 via redirect). Other notable examples of slave housing can be found at the Laura Plantation in Vacherie and at the San Francisco Plantation House in Garyville. David C. Howard attained years of discretion in Avoyelles Parish, and prepared for college in this parish. Grandfather Ewell came to Virginia from Wales, find Grandfather Kennerly came to Virginia from Germany. Historic American Buildings Survey, C. (1933) Clarendon Plantation, Evergreen, Avoyelles Parish, LA. See Louisiana Land and Property for additional information about early Louisiana land ownership. (Wilruot) Stevens, they being also natives of the Nutmeg State. Merchandising is one of the The fusion party was successful, and John McEnery was elected, but afterward ousted from office by Grant and his soldiers. The father was reared and received a collegiate education in his native city. Richmond, Va., and transmit it across the Mississippi. young. To contact Reference staff in the Prints and Photographs Reading Room, please use our Miles, daughter of Lemuel Miles, one of the pioneer settlers of Avoyelles Parish in 1801 Mr. Ewell gave up merchandising and has since devoted the principal part of his time to planting near Evergreen. By his second marriage Mr. Marshall has two Library of Congress Duplication Services. xxHe was in the army of Tennessee, and took part in nearly all the bottles from Bowling Green, through East and Middle Tennessee, Alabama and Mississippi, either as scout, or advanced picket. of his death, which occurred in 1877. By Jerry LaFleur. Church records vary significantly depending on the denomination and the record keeper. Located at Patterson Street and Merrill Street, and noted for its productive truck gardens. The paternal grandfather was also born in the city of New Orleans, and the family are This transcription includes the 33 slaveholders who held 40 or more slaves in Avoyelles Parish, accounting for 2,684 slaves, or 37 % of the Parish total. (Cullom) Frith, the birth of the former occurring in the State of Mississippi. Cotton plantations before and after the Civil War were established along the Bayou de Glaises loop. Helena Parish, La., in 1845, and was there reared and educated. TERMINOLOGY. He was married in 1881 to Mrs. B. H. Mershon, a daughter of R. L. Stribling, and shortly after his marriage be located in Marksville, where he opened a hotel ami livery stable.
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