Steam-powered river navigation began in 1811-12, between Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and New Orleans. He is a hard student, and keeps the roughly apace with the progress of his profession, to which fact no doubt much of his success is due. Dr. Ducote has accumulated considerable money, and his home is a model of modern beauty and comfort. there until 1877 and then removed to Avoyelles Parish, La., locating at born in the parish of Natchitoches, La., May 11, 1845, but was reared in Avoyelles Parish, his education being received in Baton Rouge Collegiate and resided there as a prosperous farmer until the year 1857, when he removed M. K. Pearce. 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. This is a list of plantations and/or plantation houses in the U.S. state of Louisiana that are National Historic Landmarks, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, listed on a heritage register; or are otherwise significant for their history, their association with significant events or people, or their architecture and design.[1][2][3]. For many years he has He was with him in the battle of Mansfield and Pleasant Hill, and remained with him until he was killed at Blair's Landing. Some of these former slaves may have been using the surname of their 1860 M. R. Marshall is one of Avoyelles Parish's successful planters, but was born in Fredericksburg, Va., May 25), 1825, to Horace and Elizabeth (Hieskell) Marshall, they being also natives of the Old Dominion. Dr. A. G. Pearce received the most of his literary education fit the Louisiana State University and completed the same at Georgetown, Ky. His wife, Louisa Scallan, was born in this parish, and bore her husband seven children, the immediate subject of this sketch being the eldest of the family. Mrs. Ganthier has in her possession a chair, which was made for the first White child born in that parish. Photograph. The Doctor was married in 1878, to Miss Judge Overton took a deep interest in till public enterprises, and was otio of the chief projectors of the the maternal grandfather, James Thompson, was born in Edinburg, Scotland, but came to this country at, an early date. His wife died the second year of their marriage, and in 1877 Miss Effie L. Dr. William He is a leader in politics in his locality. Also known as the Old Post Office. Catholics in religious belief. although he was a man interested in everything for the good of his community, he took no prominent part in political affairs. Gen. Lee, and in the Few, if any, industries of professional pursuits The dogtrot and other minor alterations were made in 1967. of the fourteenth section of the Ninth International Medical Congress, which met thousands upon thousands of persons are furnished remunerative employment. G. H. Stevens is a merchant, liveryman and hotel keeper of Bunkie, La., and in the conduct of each of these enterprises he has met with It was paid out at Shreveport, La., and at Marshall, Tex. planter, and has devoted much of his time to this calling ever since, and He was called from earth in 1871, at the age of forty-three years, but his widow, who was educated in Louisiana and Alabama, still survives him, and is, as washer husband, a consistent member of the Episcopal Church. He occupies two rooms, 50x30 feet each, and carries from $10,000 to $15,000 worth of stock. 189, Evergreen Chapter No. Mr. Thorpe is one of the leading members of the Louisiana bar, and is generally considered the ablest lawyer at Marksville. The huge swath of territory purchased from Napoleon Bonaparte in 1803 was sparsely populated. Citations are generated automatically from bibliographic data as He is deeply interested in his profession, and has remarkable tact at elucidation. In the public and private school of Avoyelles Parish, La., E. E. Tanner was educated, for some years thereafter being engaged in planting in this parish, an occupation to which he was reared. He was sent by the governor of Virginia to survey and locate lands in Kentucky. . Louisiana Museums. He was married in 1879 to Miss Helena He was made the Democratic candidate for the Legislature against his desire some years ago, and lacked only a few votes of being elected. It is estimated by this transcriber that in 1860, slaveholders of 200 or more slaves, while constituting less than 1 % of the total number of U.S. slaveholders, or 1 out of 7,000 free persons, held 20-30% of the total number of slaves in the U.S. He was sent home from East Tennessee very ill. David R. and Tryphena Blanche (Holder) Fox, the father born in Pinckneyville, Wilkinson County, Miss., 1823, and the mother in Hinsdale, Berkshire County, Mass., 1834. He took a clerk of the district court, and served with distinction until May, 1888, when be began the practice of the law in partnership with Judge A. 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. - He was married in 1858 to Miss. He has acquired nearly all from that State to Avoyelles Parish, La., where the father purchased a tract of PWey, of Hamburg, La., was born in Switzerland County, Ind., in 1840, am! different years, the transcriber was not aware of any relevant changes to Parish boundaries. Dr. Owens was 157 miles from New Orleans which he had begun under an able physician in Missouri. elegant residence on it. Using plantation names to locate ancestors He was a native of this parish also, and by occupation was a merchant and planter. Rebellion, enlisting from St. Landry Parish in Company K, Eighteenth Louisiana occurred on October 12, 17514. This is a list of plantations and/or plantation houses in the U.S. state of Louisiana that are National Historic Landmarks, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, listed on a heritage register; or are otherwise significant for their history, their association with significant events or people, or their architecture and design. His home is the resort of the intelligence of the country round, as also of strangers of the same class sojourning here. Go. The Louisiana Digital Library is a service provider only and has no authority to grant permission to publish or supply high-resolution images. now resides. Mr. Irion lost his first wife in 1878, and in 1875) be wedded Miss Alice Mort, of Now Orleans. He was in the principal battles of the war, and was left on the field badly wounded at Gettysburg. Virginia A. William Hall is one of the public spirited citizens of the parish, and as editor of the Marksville Louisiana Records and Statistics Information ~ where and how to order information. names of plantations in this Parish with the names of the large holders on this list should not be a difficult research task, but Dr. Leo Chester Tarleton, Marksville, La. His parents, John and Myria (Gibbs) Pavey, It is said of him that his decisions were never reversed by the Appellate Court. Evergreen Avoyelles Parish Louisiana, 1933. tit Marksville. Mr. Eegard began the mercantile business the same year of his marriage, at, this [dace, with a limited capital, and has been very successful. Ex-Senator Jonas and others. without honor, save in his own country." with marked ability until 1868. the Louisiana State University at Baton Rouge, where he completed an elective course in 1884. E. Ganthier wits reared and received a common-school education in Avoyelles Parish, La. information on numbers of African Americans on the 1870 census who were enumerated with the same surname. Filled with patriotic ardor, he accepted from the governor of Louisiana a commission as captain of a company of infantry in the State troops. 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. McEnery, He first, began business for himself as a in 1871 Mr. Mayer . one vote. While home Gen. Bank's army passed through the State, find Capt. He has built up a wide practice, and has won the confidence and esteem of the people with whom he has associated. The serving until 1887. M. E. Marshall spent the greater part of his boyhood days in Virginia, but his sound practical sense. 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. He is a thoroughgoing, persevering and enterprising business man, and is eminently deserving of all business success. His parents, Stephen and Ann G. (Tanner) Pearce, were natives of Georgia and an active participant in all parish affairs. enumerated in 1860 without giving their names, only their sex and age and indication of any handicaps, such as deaf or blind of Mansfield, Pleasant Hill, was in battle with the gunboats and various Now the school has a large attendance, and is in a flourishing condition. Louisianans by birth, and the father was a prosperous planter of Eastern Louisiana for many years. Abt 1856 Some records were destroyed or damaged from unknown causes. though taking a keen interest in general politics, he is not an active politician and has no aspirations for office. such as microfilm or copy prints? A. The Kemper family has ever been noted for its longevity, and for physical perfections. The father of the subject of this sketch was Judge John H. Overton, who was a native of North Carolina, but who came to this State at an early age, where he figured conspicuously as lawyer, judge, and an enterprising, public-spirited citizen. endeavors to succeed in life have resulted satisfactorily, and as a shrewd Clarendon Plantation House - Evergreen, Louisiana (Avoyelles Parish) - Clarendon Plantation House was originally constructed circa 1842. He died on his plantation on December 16, 1849, in 1886 began merchandising in East Feliciana Parish for himself, and there the study of law, and in May, 1868, was admitted to the bar, receiving his diploma from the Supreme Court, of Louisiana. The He afterward served on the staffs of Gen. In 1853 he was I married to Mrs. Martha Lewis, daughter of Jonathan Keen, a native of Georgia, and two children were the fruits of this union: Penelope (now Mrs. Y. T. Heard) and Virginia. He was married in the mouth of July, 1878, to Miss Eliza Firment, and In 1880 he was elected to the State Senate, [citation needed], Transportation at the time was extremely limited. thought, and action (ban in Germany." She is still living and is quite hale and hearty. His plantation, consisting of 580 acres, is valued tit After reaching the American shores he settled in Louisiana, and there he married Miss Irene Broutin. 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 afterward joined a cWalry company, and was made first lieutenant of a company that had control of a courier line from Monroe to Alexandria. enumeration of the transcribed slaveholders. La. Judge Overton rose rapidly to The mother died in 1877. He was soon thereafter elected district judge, and his eminent fitness for the position was so marked that be was kept in that office for a period of twenty-five years. Clarendon Plantation, Evergreen, Avoyelles Parish, LA. He was married in August, 1890, to Miss Elize, daughter of F. and Zeline (Monnin) 9. The following are the most historically and genealogically relevant populated places in this county:[5]. The Doctor has a bright future before him. The Louisiana Digital Library (LDL) is composed of collections from many different institutions. profession. Mr. Ganthier and his He superintends every detail in his establishment and is held in high esteem in 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. He participated in many of the trying scenes of that momentous epoch, and among others was in the battle of Yorktown, where he maintained his reputation as a brave and gallant officer. Listed below are companies that were specifically formed in Avoyelles Parish, Louisiana Genealogy: The following Civil War battles were fought in Avoyelles Parish:[6]. Robert R. Irion was born in John Ewell, planter, Evergreen, La. He and his wife his widow passed from life in 1890 at the age of seventy-three years. Both paternal and maternal grandparents came to this country and settled under the old French regime. Being in easy financial circumstances, he is enabled to give his chief attention to literature to the exclusion of money making, and He also has au excellent livery stable in Bunkie, which is excellently equipped with good horses and buggies, and He died in 1879, at which time he was one of the wealthiest men in the parish. Corrine, Lola, Ida and Omitha. residence. thorough agriculturist, and he is a man of industry and enterprise. Dwight, at the same time taking lectures in the Law University. Catholic Church. Pearce, daughter of A. G. Pearce, a native of Rapides Parish, La. Sam Houston visited while in the area soliciting funds for his Texas army. his early advantages were very poor, and he was desirous of becoming a well informed David Raymond Fox, at the age of four years, was taken to Montville, Conn., where he remained five years, when he returned to his father's home in under cultivation, yielding from 400 to 500 bales of cotton annually. He and his worthy wife are both members of the Episcopal Church. About Us | Contact Us | Copyright | Report Inappropriate Material Mr. Mr. Ewell was engaged in this business until the close of the war. qualities have become known, and he is respected and liked by his numerous Had been Francis Routh's cotton plantation; and the land is now part of the. (As a side note, by 1960, 100 years later, the Parish was listed The dogtrot and other minor alterations were made in 1967. without an enemy. Robert Dumville Windes, planter, Eola, La. in colored population of almost double between 1860 and 1870, growing to over 50,000, so likely that is where many went. leaving five children, two sons and three daughters, one child dying at the age of ton years, in 1888. and also taught school for some time, He was assessor and register of the parish CLAIM THIS LISTING Are you on staff at this church? Copryright is retained in accordance with U.S. copyright laws. He acted as a private and gunner, and was wounded at Petersburg and Gettysburg, losing his hearing in the last-named battle. He received his medical education and received his diploma from Tulane University, New Orleans, in April, 1890. He is not only held in high repute as a physician, but he has a host of warm His mother, Heloise Rabalais, was also of an old and distinguished family, who were among the first settlers of Louisiana. it is beyond the scope of this transcription. The following web sites may have additional information on Avoyelles Parish cemeteries. County histories may include biographies, church, school and government history, and military information. Mr." Ewell has served a period aggregating fifteen years as a member of the police jury, and i s a public spirited and enterprising citizen. Mass times for St. Elizabeth are below. For animated maps illustrating Louisiana Parish boundary changes, "Rotating Formation Louisiana Parish Boundary Maps" (1805-1990) may be viewed for free at the MapofUS.org website. [3], 1807--Avoyelles Parish was created 31 March 1807 as an original parish. born and reared a Democrat, in 1807 he was elected a member of the police jury, and by that body was made president. 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. In 1834 he removed to Louisiana, and for seventeen years was an overseer in different parishes of that State. educated lady. In 1872 an addition was constructed on the left side of the original structure creating an open dogtrot. south," which was highly commended. He has bad considerable experience as a public members. which State they were married. his wife, he moved south, where he resided until his death in 1867. This lady, who was exceptionally talented and refined, died November 27, 1889, at the age of twenty-nine years, her untimely demise being deeply mourned by all. He is a physician of decided ability, a HABS LA,5-EVGR.V,1- (sheet 1 of 9) - Clarendon Plantation, Evergreen, Avoyelles Parish, LA Contributor: Historic American Buildings . his birth occurring on September ,22, 1800, and he is the son of Leander F. and Adaline (Cainletean) He died when about only twenty-five or thirty years of age, leaving two children, one a sister, besides our subject. having regained his health, but still under furlough, volunteered his services to Col. Bagbie, and in the first battle near Opelousas captured the commander of the Thirteenth Army Corps, United States Army. He set fire to the bridge across Duckbill River at Columbia, Tenn., and kept Buell's army from crossing, giving his regiment time to get away. Roman Catholics. Avoyelles Parish, for be wdio bears it is a native born resident of the parish, Nowhere in Avoyelles Parish, La., is there, to be found a young man of more energy, determination or force of . In 1873 he entered the medical department of the University of Louisiana, now the Tulane University of New Orleans, from which institution he was sent out as an M. D. in 1875. was married to Miss Annie Taylor, of St. Landry Parish, by whom he has three bright children, two sons and one daughter. young but. He and wife both died in France, the father in 1874 and the mother in 1857. The Spanish were in control of Louisiana from 1762 1800 and established Poste de la Avoyelles in 1783 at Marksville to administer to the governmental affairs of the people. In earlier prehistoric times, Indians lived in the parish as particularly noted in Marksville Prehistoric Indian Park and Museum. J. T. Johnson. Located at Patterson Street and Merrill Street, and noted for its productive truck gardens. It is possible to locate a free person on the Avoyelles Parish, Louisiana census for 1860 and not know whether that person was also listed as a slaveholder on the slave census, because published indexes almost always do not include the slave census. his service on account of ill health, but afterward did valuable service at home in defending the country from the depredations of stragglers from both armies. In this parish he was married to Miss May H. Campbell, by whom he has three children: William Henry, Mamie B. and William W. Mr. Hall's father was a sugar merchant of Mobile, Ala., and his grandfather, who was of English descent, was born in Winchester, In his journalistic work he is noted for his fearless denunciation of dishonest measures, and for his upholding of the right at all times, the strength of logic which he brings to bear being forcible and unanswerable. After completing his course he located at Haasville, and here he has since practiced his profession. land near where Hamburg is now situated. His birth Photo, Print, Drawing Clarendon Plantation, Evergreen, Avoyelles Parish, LA Drawings from Survey HABS LA-1248 About this Item. The County has Marksville as its seat and the County was created March 31, 1807. He operated a farm and continued as overseer until 1852, since which He has He is still living, but his wife passed to her long home in August, 1890. the appreciation in which they are held than has Dr. Rabalais. His second union was to Miss Florence Waddill. MAP. on November graduated from Charleston Medical College. A certain lot or parcel of land situated and lying in the Parish of Avoyelles on Bayou Boeuf; it is well understood, that the land hereby purchased in the whole front of the original tract, as purchased by the said vendor, and running back so far as to include all the buildings and improvements erected thereon, and thence to the nearest point on occurred in 1827, and he is the son of V. and E. (Rabalais) Grimillion, both also natives of the Creole State. He was born in Auch, France, in 1842, and is the son of Emeric and Berthe (Gardere) de Nux, natives also of France. his views of free government, he came to America and located in Culpepper County, Va., where he was married to Miss Sarah Poindexter, on August 12, 1765. endeavors. Upon the death of surgeon, and soon after the second battle of Manassas, he was promoted to the first census on which they were listed. Building demolished or destroyed sometime after its listing. Another two properties were once listed but have been removed. La. The land area consists of 864 square miles. His death occurred in 1809, his widow having preceded him ten years. Later he became superintendent of public, instruction of Avoyelles Parish, his appointment to this office being a tribute to his ability as an educator. In Louisiana in 1860 there were 371 farms of Owned and in continuous operation by the original family since 1839. Martin man. The latitude and longitude information provided in this table was derived originally from the National Register Information System, which has been found to be fairly accurate for about 99% of listings. He was a planter during his whole life, T. H. Thorpe is a talented attorney of Marksville, La., who has achieved a high reputation for legal ability at the bar of Avoyelles Parish. Dr. Pearce is Mr. Kemper has ever since been solicited to accept the nomination of State Senator, but has Press Association on The Duties and Abuses of Journalism and The State and the Press, and other subjects, which were also very favorably received. In many cases, the originals can be served in a few minutes. this in May, 1870. Last edited on 25 February 2023, at 00:44, World's Industrial and Cotton Centennial Exposition, Plantation complexes in the Southeastern United States, How to Apply the National Register Criteria for Evaluation, "National Historic Landmarks Survey: List of National Historic Landmarks by State", "National Historic Landmark Program: NHL Database", "Pioneer Heritage Center gives glimpse into settler life", "National Register of Historic Places Inventory/Nomination: Allendale Plantation Historic District", with 13 accompanying photos taken in August 1996, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=List_of_plantations_in_Louisiana&oldid=1141425990. 1873. 7, 1833, and comes of an old and honored family. Where did these freed slaves go? In 1865) Mr. Ganthier began merchandising at his present place of business, and now carries a large and complete stock. Review he does till in his power to improve the morals of this section and to build up the community. Va. the gun and rod are his fWorite amusements. Miss Irene Broutin was born and raised in the city of New Orleans, and after she was married she moved to the parish of Avoyelles, where she lived the rest of her life, and raised a large family of children. - Significance: Clarendon Plantation House, located in Avoyelles Parish Louisiana was originally constructed circa 1842. the father was quite au extensive planter, and was a prominent man in parish affairs. From this marriage only one son was born. His command was disbanded at Natchitoches. His education was principally received at the Louisiana State University, at Baton Rouge, from where he graduated in He also owns some valuable town property in Marksville, among which is a handsome For the two years The County was named for the Avoyel Native Americans. Cropland and pasture accounts for 52 percent and woodlands, 34 percent. Railroads appeared before the Civil War, though at first were used to link waterways. Roy, both natives of Avoyelles Parish, La. father was a farmer and merchant, by occupation, and for many years was one of the most prominent citizens of Spotsylvania County. Randolph Fox was born in De Soto, Clarke County, Miss., September 1, 1803, and, is the eldest son of He was born ou February 11, 1832, and is a son of Josoph and Deidami (Rabalais) Joffrion (see sketch of E. J. Joffrion]. the political life of Mr. Joffrion commenced soon after the war closed. Regiment, and was in service for four years. In 1800 he was married to Mrs. Zelino Escnde. He surrendered at Natchitoches. They John A. and Mary C. (Cocke) Glaize, both parents being North Carolinians. Map (db m105571) HM: 5 Louisiana, Avoyelles Parish, Big Bend Sarto Old Iron Bridge . He attended Shelbyville University, Bedford County, Tenn., and lacked only one year of graduating in that institution, when he was obliged to levae school. His father was Arnaud Lafargue, who was born in Orthez, France, October 30, 1775, and at the age of fifty years was married to Miss Marie Heuga, Image; Results: 1-9 of 9 View. [Photograph] Retrieved from the Library of Congress, https://www.loc.gov/item/la0350/. Previous to this, and shortly after the death of the mother, E. Ganthier, with his brother, Leon, purchased the home plantation, which they Church records vary significantly depending on the denomination and the record keeper. Personally and in every private relation, and duty of life, to much can not be said in his praise, for he is liberal, generous and high-minded, and is the Dr. Tarleton's mother, Leonora Tarleton, was also a Kentuckian, and was born and raised in the city of Lexington. Parish seat: Marksville [4]. His social is not less marked than his business prominence. A plaque reading "Louisiana Ice & Utilities Bunkie Div. having been one of the founders and largest stockholders in Evergreen Home Institute. He was for three or four terms elected as a councilman for the town of Marksville. occurred in France on May II, 1838, and is a son of Germain find Celeste (Prostdame) Regard, both natives of France. Mr. Lemoine is one of the successful business men and leading citizens of Avoyelles Parish. Samuel Haas, of Bayou Chicot, La. His seven children are named as follows: William M. (at Baton Rouge attending school). Moreanville, La. The USGenWeb has provided an easy to use form for submitting a RECORD of any . For more information, see Louisiana Taxation. his State, and wields a strong influence far beyond the borders of his own parish, and is looked upon as one of the leading politicians in this section of the country, and, if he accepts it, will no doubt be made the recipient of future honors in begin business at Cottonport as a dealer in general merchandise on a capital of $1,500, and though a well-informed man on political affairs. Dr. C. D. Owens, Eola, La. There are many beautiful old homes which are open for tours, and the scenery is lovely. Historic American Buildings Survey, Creator. ", visible in, This page was last edited on 9 November 2022, at 17:46. After a breezy and spirited conversation with the Doctor one always comes away refreshed, for Since the war he has devoted himself to his large plantation, on which he raises cotton and cane. During the war be served about six months in the State Militia. 1842, and was reared and educated in his native State. endeavors. Because Solomon was a gifted violin player, he was often called upon to perform at the dances being held in Holmesville. He is held in high esteem in the community. (A thumbnail (small) image will be visible on the left.). thorough man of business, and is highly esteemed, being honorable and upright in all his dealings. [citation needed], Due to poor transportation and slow industrialization, plantations tended to be somewhat self-sufficient, growing most of their own food, harvesting their own timber and firewood, repairing farm implements, and constructing their own buildings. He and his wife both received their final summons in their native country, the father dying in 1856, and the mother in 1866. On coming to the United States he was accompanied by In 1878 he was married to Miss Annie Winn Irion, a daughter of Ex-Congressman A. the Prints and Photographs Reading Room. . In 1853 he was wedded to Miss P. A. The 1860 U.S. Census Slave Schedules for Avoyelles Parish, Louisiana (NARA microfilm series M653, Roll 427) reportedly includes a total of 7,185 slaves. Eliza E. (Phillips) Griffin, both of whom were born in Louisiana, and in this State were reared and educated. Whether or not the ancestor is found to have been a slaveholder, a viewing of the slave census will provide an informed sense of the extent of slavery in the ancestral Parish, particularly for those who have never viewed a slave census. 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. He and his estimable wife are members of the Baptist Church. Haas removed to Louisiana when about fourteen years of age, landing in New Orleans with 20 cents in his pocket. his broad acres are devoted to the culture of sugar cane, and his plantation is one, of the finest in the State. In the following year he married Miss Cora Cornay, a daughter of one of the oldest Creole families of St. Mary's Parish, and formerly one of the largest sugar planters of the State.
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