ORY, John Daniel, St. John the Baptist Parish, Louisiana Submitted by Mike Miller USGENWEB NOTICE: These electronic pages may NOT be Reproduced in any format for profit or presentation by any Other organization or persons. Persons or organizations Desiring to use this material, must obtain the written consent Of the contributor, or the legal representative of the Submitter, and contact the listed USGenWeb archivist with Proof of this consent. Files may be printed or copied for Personal use only. Ory, John Daniel, of Laplace, was born in St. John the Baptist parish, Sept. 16, 1889, and is a son of John Louis and Victoria (Chauff) Ory, the former of whom is a native of that parish, and the latter of Bayou Lafourche country. The paternal grandparents were Lezin and Melanie (Cambre) Ory. The maternal grandparents, Thomas and Cleonise (Maillet) Chauff, were natives of the birthplace of their daughter, Victoria. The paternal great-grandparents, John Louis and Mattias (Cambre) Ory, also were natives of the region in which the great-grandson was born. The maternal great-grandparents, John Louis and Marie Louise (Streck) Chauff, were natives, respectively, of St. John parish and of Germany. The ancestors of the Ory family in Louisiana came originally from Lorraine, France. John Louis Ory has devoted his abilities to the vocation of a planter from the time of his boyhood. He received his education at public schools in the neighborhood of his birth place, enjoying the special advantage of instruction from Prof. Lummais. The Civil war, however, so interfered with his studies as to practically terminate them, and at the age of 14 years, associated with his brothers, he rented some land and began growing cotton under the tenant system. He did not depend solely upon his cotton crop, and was at all times on the lookout for any odd job that promised an increase of his income. During the years of the war he materially helped himself by hauling contraband material from place to place, his youth proving no bar to the value of his service in this connection. When he had reached his 25th year he and his brothers purchased a small plantation, upon which they immediately began growing sugar cane, a business they have since followed with uniform success. In 1878 they bought Ingleside plantation, on Bayou Lafourche, and some years later added Golden Gate plantation, in Iberville parish. In 1897 they sold Golden Gate and bought Woodland plantation, at that time admitting Angustan Lasseigne to partnership with the brothers. In 1904 they sold Ingleside and added San Francisco and Union plantations, in St. John parish. In 1911 the Sarpy plantation, in St. Charles parish was purchased, bringing their holdings up to very nearly or quite 5,000 acres, upon which cane and corn are grown as principal crops. Their properties also embrace 2 sugar mills, valued, respectively at $300,000 and $150,000. All of the Ory properties are maintained in a high state of efficiency under the watchful eye and guiding hand of the man who has directed their accumulation. John Louis Ory has scrupulously avoided political entanglements, and has taken only such part in public and political affairs as his obligations to his fellow citizens seemed to dictate. As a concession to his neighbors lie served some tune as a member of the police jury of St. John parish. The John L. Ory public school at Laplace--a modern building--is a graceful compliment to the personality and character of a modest citizen, whose labor and counsels have been of inestimable value to the community. Mr. Ory's home, on Woodland plantation, is one of the most commodious, attractive, and altogether inviting plantation homes in southwest Louisiana. John Daniel was the 8th of 9 children born to his parents, as follow: Leontine, educated at Markey-Picard institute, New Orleans; (2nd child died in infancy) ; Cecile, became the wife of Dr. W. L. Lions, died leaving 2 children; Maria, now Mrs. S. J. Levet; Ida, educated at Sacred Heart academy, New Orleans; Juliette, wife of H. C. Maurin, of Laplace, elsewhere referred to in this work Denise, educated at Sacred Heart academy, New Orleans ; John Daniel, subject of this sketch ; Cora, died in early childhood. The parents of these children arc al Ibis time enjoying excellent health at their almost ideal country home. John Daniel Ory attended Spring Hill college, Mobile, Ala., where he graduated with the degree of V. B. in the class of 1907, afterward entering Louisiana State university, where he passed 2 years taking a course in sugar chemistry. Later he took the complete commercial course at Soul college, New Orleans, and when his education had been thus finished became assistant to his father in the management of the family estate. He votes with the democratic party in local affairs, and with the republican party in National elections. Mr. Ory is a member of the Catholic church and the Knights of Columbus. In the past year he completed a beautiful modern home near that of his father, and was recently married to Maria Perilloux, daughter of A. T. Perilloux of Laplace. Source: Louisiana: Comprising Sketches of Parishes, Towns, Events, Institutions, and Persons, Arranged in Cyclopedic Form, volume 3, pp. 690-692. Edited by Alc e Fortier, Lit. D. Published in 1914, by Century Historical Association. ***************************************************************** ORY, Lezin, St. John the Baptist Parish, Louisiana Submitted by Mike Miller USGENWEB NOTICE: These electronic pages may NOT be Reproduced in any format for profit or presentation by any Other organization or persons. Persons or organizations Desiring to use this material, must obtain the written consent Of the contributor, or the legal representative of the Submitter, and contact the listed USGenWeb archivist with Proof of this consent. Files may be printed or copied for Personal use only. Ory, Lezin, well-known citizen and large sugar planter, residing at Lions, was born in St. John the Baptist parish, and is a son of Lezin and Melanie (Cambre) Ory, both of whom also were born in that vicinity, as were the paternal grandparents, John Louis and Mattias (Cambre) Ory. The maternal grandparents, John Louis and Marie Louise (Streck) Chauff, were natives of Germany. The ancestors of the Ory family in Louisiana came originally from Lorraine, France. Lezin was the first of 8 children born to his parents, as follow: Emydge, the second child, is a sugar planter and lives near Lions; Felicien, resides at Convent; John L. has a beautiful plantation home at Laplace; Nicola died in youth; Placide has a commodious country home near Lions; Odele is now the wife of Ozeme Labiche, of Garyville; Anna was married to Ernest Madere, of St. John parish, now deceased. All of the brothers are largely interested in sugar planting and all own beautiful country homes. Each of the brothers is more particularly referred to elsewhere in this work. Lezin Ory received his education at the family home, under the direction of a private tutor. About the age of 15 years he began work as a farm laborer and so continued through 4 years, when, in association with his brothers, Idaho plantation was purchased and the growing of sugar cane was begun on their own account. The business prospered and after 7 years Ingleside plantation, in Assumption parish, was added and the cane production largely increased. Some years afterward Woodlawn plantation was bought, and again, after about 10 years, San Francisco plantation was added to the holdings and at about the same time Union plantation also was annexed. Three years later Mr. Ory became the owner of the Ricker plantation. In 1904 Ingleside plantation was disposed of. These plantation holdings now embrace about 5,000 acres, upon which cane and corn are grown as principal crops. The sugar mill on San Francisco plantation was erected at a cost of about $300,000, and has capacity for handling about 500 tons of cane daily. Lezin Ory was married to Clementine Levet, daughter of Xavier Levet of St. John parish, and 7 children have been born to their union, as follow: Bertha and Emily, were educated at St. Joseph's academy, Baton Rouge, and later attended Picard institute, New Orleans; Corinne and Sidonie attended Sacred Heart convent, New Orleans, and the former is now the wife of Dr. L. A. Caboche, a physician of Lions. Sidonie died at the age of 23 years. Joseph M. attended Jefferson college, St. James parish; Holy Cross college, the Jesuit Brothers' college, and Soule' college, New Orleans. Charles D. was educated at the Jesuit Brothers' college, and Junius E. also attended that institution, afterward taking the commercial course at Soule' college. He is now engaged in mercantile business at Lions. Lezin Ory's residence near Lions is one of the finest plantation homes in Louisiana, and presents a most inviting appearance. Mr. Ory has fairly won a conspicuous place for himself in the foremost rank of Louisiana's eminently honorable self-made men. He has accumulated wealth and placed at the disposal of his family a bountiful supply of the substantially good things of this life, and while doing so has drawn to himself the comradeship and approval of those who have been his co-laborers in the making of Louisiana. Lezin Ory served in the Confederate army from beginning to end of the Civil war. His command was attached to the army of the Tennessee. Source: Louisiana: Comprising Sketches of Parishes, Towns, Events, Institutions, and Persons, Arranged in Cyclopedic Form, volume 3, pp. 692-693. Edited by Alc e Fortier, Lit. D. Published in 1914, by Century Historical Association. **************************************************************** ORY, Placide, St. John the Baptist Parish, Louisiana Submitted by Mike Miller USGENWEB NOTICE: These electronic pages may NOT be Reproduced in any format for profit or presentation by any Other organization or persons. Persons or organizations Desiring to use this material, must obtain the written consent Of the contributor, or the legal representative of the Submitter, and contact the listed USGenWeb archivist with Proof of this consent. Files may be printed or copied for Personal use only. Ory, Placide, of Lions, was born in St. John the Baptist parish, Jan. 29, 1853, and is a son of Lezin and Melanie (Cambre) Ory, both of whom were natives of that vicinity, as were the paternal grandparents, John Louis and Mattias (Cambre) Ory. The maternal grandparents, John Louis and Marie Louise (Streck) Chauff, were natives of Germany. The ancestors of the Ory family in Louisiana came originally from Lorraine, France. Placide was the sixth of 8 children born to his parents, for further data concerning whom see reference to Lezin Ory, first-born of the parents, elsewhere in this work. Placide Ory received his education at private schools in the vicinity of his birthplace. At a very early age he began work as assistant to his brothers about the plantation, and some years later joined with them in the purchase of lands in St. John parish, since which time the Ory brothers have been increasingly large producers of sugar cane. Their investments have been uniformly fortunate, and their management of a high order, so that their land holdings have increased from time to time. They are now owners of Idaho, Ingleside, Woodlawn, San Francisco, Union, Ricker, and other smaller plantations, embracing about 5,000 acres of fine land, all of which is in cultivation, producing sugar cane and corn chiefly. They also own and operate 2 modern sugar mills representing an investment near half a million dollars. Politically, Placide Ory is an independent. In church affiliations he is a Catholic. June 8, 1881, Mr. Ory was married to Adore Chauff, daughter of Thomas and Cleonie (Mailliet) Chauff, of Ascension parish, and 4 children have been born to their union, as follow: Thomas F., now engaged in planting and mercantile business in St. John parish; George E. and Joseph F., engaged in planting at Baker, La.; Dora, wife of Dr. F. A. Keller, D. D. S., and living at Garyville, La. Mr. Ory has an attractive plantation home at Lions and enjoys the good opinion of the people among whom he has labored from childhood to middle life. Source: Louisiana: Comprising Sketches of Parishes, Towns, Events, Institutions, and Persons, Arranged in Cyclopedic Form, volume 3, p. 693. Edited by Alc e Fortier, Lit. D. Published in 1914, by Century Historical Association.

NUNEZ, N. H., St. Bernard Parish, Louisiana Submitted by Mike Miller USGENWEB NOTICE: These electronic pages may NOT be Reproduced in any format for profit or presentation by any Other organization or persons. Persons or organizations Desiring to use this material, must obtain the written consent Of the contributor, or the legal representative of the Submitter, and contact the listed USGenWeb archivist with Proof of this consent. Files may be printed or copied for Personal use only. Nunez, Judge N. H., district attorney, former district judge and member of the Oyster commission of Louisiana; residence, St. Bernard, La.; was born in that locality March 17, 1873; son of Esteve E. and Pauline (Aguilard) Nunez, the former of whom was born in St. Bernard and the latter in New Orleans. Esteve Nunez, the father, served as sheriff of St. Bernard parish during 38 years, and at the time of his death, Sept.18, 1909 was yet incumbent of that office. Esteve E. Nunez's first wife, the mother of the subject of this sketch, died in the year 1884, leaving 4 children, as follow: N. H., subject of this sketch; Bertha, now the widow of Leona Roy, of Arabi, La.; Lillie, wife of Michael Gaudet, of Phoenix, Ark., and F. J., a practicing attorney of Arabi. In 1889 the father contracted a second marriage, this being to Miss Acelie Roy, a daughter of Frederick Sebastian Roy. (For the second Mrs. Nunez's ancestry and family history, see mention of Frederick Sebastian Roy, elsewhere in this work.) Four children were born to Mr. Nunez's second marriage, these being Acelie, Alma, Lillian, and Loys. N. H. Nunez, the subject of this sketch, attended the public schools of St. Bernard, and after having finished at these, entered the Tulane high school, from which he graduated with the class of 1892. He later entered the law school of Tulane university and graduated with his legal degree in the class of 1899. Shortly following the completion of his professional education he began the practice of law at St. Bernard, and this and allied matters have since occupied his attention. In the course of his legal experience he has served 8 years as district, attorney of the 29th judicial district of this state, and 4 years on the bench as district judge of the same district. Judge Nunez also has served as a member of the Oyster commission of Louisiana, having been appointed to that commission by Gov. Heard. Judge Nunez is affiliated with the Catholic church, and is a member of Louisiana Lodge No. 102, Free and Accepted Masons; also a Tent Commander, Knights of the Maccabees. In Jan., 1897, Judge Nunez was married to Miss Emily Ahrens, a daughter of A. L. and Elizabeth (May) Ahrens, both now deceased. Four children have been born to Judge and Mrs. Nunez, namely: Nemours H., Jr., Pauline, Bruce, and Emily. Source: Louisiana: Comprising Sketches of Parishes, Towns, Events, Institutions, and Persons, Arranged in Cyclopedic Form, volume 3, pp. 705-706. Edited by Alc e Fortier, Lit. D. Published in 1914, by Century Historical Association.

MILLER, W. Milton, D. D. S., Orleans Parish, Louisiana Submitted by Mike Miller USGENWEB NOTICE: These electronic pages may NOT be reproduced in any format for profit or presentation by any other organization or persons. Persons or organizations desiring to use this material, must obtain the written consent of the contributor, or the legal representative of the submitter, and contact the listed USGenWeb archivist with proof of this consent. Files may be printed or copied for personal use only. Miller, W. Milton, D. D. S., was born in New Orleans, La., Jan. 26, 1880; son of Daniel J. and Angelia (McHenry) Miller, the former of whom was a native of Alexandria, La., and the latter of Columbus, Miss. The father was a passenger conductor on the Texas & Pacific R. R., and so continued throughout his active life. The paternal grandfather, D. J. Miller, was state surveyor under Gov. Walker's administration. He married Miss Eliza Walker, a daughter of Gov. Joseph Walker, one of the early governors of Louisiana. Daniel J. Miller, the father, who married Miss Angelia McHenry, Dec .25, 1870, and to them were born 7 children, all of whom are now deceased with the exception of the subject of this sketch. The father died July 11, 1906, but is survived by his wife. W. Milton Miller attended the public school of his native city, afterward entering the New Orleans College of Dentistry (now the dental department of Tulane university), from which he graduated with the degree of D. D. S., class of 1902. Shortly after his graduation Dr. Miller began the practice of dentistry in New Orleans, and through close attention to the requirements of his profession has rapidly built up a large and gratifying clientele in the city. Dr. Miller is a member of the Napoleon Avenue Presbyterian church, and identified with the following professional organizations: First and Second District Dental societies, Louisiana State Dental society, Interstate Dental fraternity of the United States and Canada, and National Dental association. Fraternally he belongs to the Hermitage Lodge No. 98, Free and Accepted Masons, being Past Master of same; Orleans Delta Chapter No. 1, R. A. M. and Indivisable Friends Commandery No. 1, and Jerusalem Temple, Mystic Shrine. July 9, 1902, Dr. Miller was married to Miss Natalie Walsh, daughter of Robert M. and Lena (Mentz) Walsh, of Baton Rouge. Mrs. Miller was born at the latter city Feb. 4, 1881. Mr. R. M. Walsh, the wife's father, was superintendent United States mint at New Orleans, and held interests of sugar planter in this state. Louisiana: Comprising Sketches of Parishes, Towns, Events, Institutions, and Persons, Arranged in Cyclopedic Form (volume 3), p. 803. Edited by Alc e Fortier, Lit.D. Published in 1914, by Century Historical Association. ********************************************************** MILNER, Purnell M., Orleans Parish, Louisiana Submitted by Mike Miller USGENWEB NOTICE: These electronic pages may NOT be Reproduced in any format for profit or presentation by any Other organization or persons. Persons or organizations Desiring to use this material, must obtain the written consent Of the contributor, or the legal representative of the Submitter, and contact the listed USGenWeb archivist with Proof of this consent. Files may be printed or copied for Personal use only. Milner, Purnell Mitchell, a representative member of the New Orleans bar, was born in that city, Dec. 29, 1867. He received his early education in the public schools of his home city, after which he entered Tulane university, but on account of his health at that time, he was unable to complete the course. It was not until later that he returned to the university and became a law student, graduating very creditably in 1892, since when, with a slight interruption, he has practiced his profession in New Orleans. He became acting postmaster of New Orleans in 1898 at the death of Mr. Pitney, the postmaster, and held the position for 3 months. In po1itics he is a democrat, but aside from the above named position he has held no public office. In 1899 Mr. Milner married Miss Marie Louise, the daughter of Mr. H. Gibbs Morgan, a prominent lawyer of New Orleans. Mr. Milner is a son of Dr. Uriel and Serene (Furnell) Milner. His paternal grandfather was Dr. William Milner of Snow Hill, Md. Mr. Milner's father was a surgeon in the Confederate army, and was in charge of the hospital at Selma, Ala. It was here that he was taken prisoner, and transported to Island No. 10, from which he made his escape. He came to New Orleans at the close of the war, and devoted the remainder of his days to his profession. Source: Louisiana: Comprising Sketches of Parishes, Towns, Events, Institutions, and Persons, Arranged in Cyclopedic Form, volume 3, p. 729. Edited by Alc e Fortier, Lit. D. Published in 1914, by Century Historical Association. **************************************************************** MOISE, Leonard C., Orleans Parish, Louisiana Submitted by Mike Miller USGENWEB NOTICE: These electronic pages may NOT be Reproduced in any format for profit or presentation by any Other organization or persons. Persons or organizations Desiring to use this material, must obtain the written consent Of the contributor, or the legal representative of the Submitter, and contact the listed USGenWeb archivist with Proof of this consent. Files may be printed or copied for Personal use only. Moise, Leonard Compton, of Covington, St. Tammany parish, was born at New Orleans, June 8, 1862; son of Theo. S. and Mathilde (Vaughn) Moise; the former died at the age of 76 and the latter when 72 years of age. After studying at the Christian Brothers' college, Bay St. Louis, Miss., and next at Spring Hill college, near Mobile, Ala., Mr. Moise took up the practice of law. He was attorney of the town of Houma, and district attorney of Terrebonne parish. For the past 9 years he has been a resident of Covington, where he is engaged in the practice of law. Mr. Moise is a member of the St. Tammany bar, and of the supreme court bar of the state. He married, Feb. 17, 1887, Miss Regina Mouton, daughter of Onesime and Mathilde (Dugas) Mouton, of Louisiana, and niece of the late ex-Gov. Mouton, of Louisiana. Mr. and Mrs. Moise have 8 children. The eldest is Marie Lucille, now Mrs. Bernard Dauterive, 25 years of age; mother of Vaughn, and Bernard Dauterive; the other children are: Leonard Sidney, Robert Vaughn, Rock Compton, Thomas Garland, Anthony Kenneth, Joseph Russell and Rita Louise. In religion, Mr. Moise is a Catholic, and in politics a democrat. Source: Louisiana: Comprising Sketches of Parishes, Towns, Events, Institutions, and Persons, Arranged in Cyclopedic Form, volume 3, pp. 729-730. Edited by Alc e Fortier, Lit. D. Published in 1914, by Century Historical Association.

MILLER, Thomas M., Claiborne County, MS., then Orleans Parish, Louisiana Submitted by Mike Miller USGENWEB NOTICE: These electronic pages may NOT be Reproduced in any format for profit or presentation by any Other organization or persons. Persons or organizations Desiring to use this material, must obtain the written consent Of the contributor, or the legal representative of the Submitter, and contact the listed USGenWeb archivist with Proof of this consent. Files may be printed or copied for Personal use only. Miller, Thomas Marshall, is a native of Claiborne county, Miss. His parents were William T. Miller, born at Lexington, Ky., and Emily Van Dorn Miller, who was the youngest sister of Earl Van Dorn, senior major-general of the Confederate army, and a daughter of Judge P. A. Van Dorn of Port Gibson, Miss. Thomas Marshall Miller is an alumnus of the University of Virginia, where he took the degree of B. L. He took up his residence at Vicksburg, Miss., where he engaged in the practice of law and achieved some distinction; was chosen attorney-general of Mississippi in 1885, and served in that capacity from Jan., 1886, until Jan., 1893, having been re-elected without opposition. He resigned the office of attorney-general and in 1894, after Sen. White had been appointed associate justice of the supreme court, he moved to New Orleans and formed a partnership with Eugene D. Saunders, the former partner of Judge White. After 1899, Gen. Miller, as he is called, continued the practice of his profession in New Orleans and a few years later took his son, John D. Miller, into partnership with him the firm being T. M. & J. D. Miller. Gen. Miller married Miss Letitia Dabney, a daughter of Hon. Augustin L. Dabney, a distinguished lawyer and judge in Mississippi. Mrs. Miller is a lady of rare attainments and holds a high place in literary and social circles in New Orleans. Gen. Miller has been greatly successful in his profession, both in Louisiana and Mississippi, and is deservedly popular among his legal brethren and in general. He is a democrat in politics--of the hard money type. Source: Louisiana: Comprising Sketches of Parishes, Towns, Events, Institutions, and Persons, Arranged in Cyclopedic Form, volume 3, p. 783. Edited by Alc e Fortier, Lit. D. Published in 1914, by Century Historical Association.

MILLER, Branch K., Orleans Parish, Louisiana Submitted by Mike Miller USGENWEB NOTICE: These electronic pages may NOT be reproduced in any format for profit or presentation by any other organization or persons. Persons or organizations desiring to use this material, must obtain the written consent of the contributor, or the legal representative of the submitter, and contact the listed USGenWeb archivist with proof of this consent. Files may be printed or copied for personal use only. Miller, Branch Knox, brilliantly successful attorney, now deceased, late residence, 1427 Eighth street, New Orleans, La., was born in that city in the year 1857. His ancestors in America were among the original Dutch settlers of New Amsterdam (New York), from whence some representatives of the family migrated to the state of South Carolina, in which locality the paternal grandfather of Branch Knox Miller was born. The grandfather subsequently became a distinguished lawyer of the New Orleans bar, but during the early part of his residence in Louisiana he served for a time as district attorney of that district composed of the Florida parishes. The late Justice Henry Carlton Miller, father of Branch Knox Miller, was, during many years one of the foremost members of the Louisiana bar, and attained added distinction as the maker of the first Reporter's Decisions of the Louisiana supreme court. At the time of his death, Judge Miller was one of the associate justices of the supreme court of the state. Justice Miller is elsewhere referred to in this work. He married Miss Louisa Knox, daughter of Thomas B. Knox, of St. Landry parish, and representative of a distinguished Louisiana family. In the course of acquiring a very complete education, Branch Knox Miller attended Roanoke college, Va. Later he also attended Vanderbilt university, Nashville, Tenn., and when his academic education had been completed, returned home to take up the study of law in his father's office. In 1879 he graduated from the law department of the University of Louisiana, now Tulane, in the honorable position of valedictorian of his class. Shortly thereafter he was taken into partnership with his father and Mr. Finney, and began the practice of law as a member of the firm of Miller, Finney & Miller, this afterward noted firm being then composed of Judge Henry Carlton Miller, the late Hon. John J. Finney, and Branch Knox Miller--indeed, a distinguished firm. Branch Knox Miller remained a member of this firm until the death of Mr. Finney, when the firm was dissolved. During some years thereafter, Mr. Miller practiced alone. In the early 80's he filled, during a period of 3 years, the position of assistant district attorney, under Hon. John J. Finney, and subsequently became an assistant city attorney, under Judge Walter H. Rogers. This latter office he occupied during four years, at the expiration of which time it became necessary that he devote his undivided attention to the requirements of his very large private practice in civil and corporation law. Later he was induced to serve as attorney for the board of liquidation of the city debt, and after some time was succeeded in this connection by the firm of Miller, Dufour & Dufour, of which he was the senior member. As attorney for this board he won especial distinction by defeating large numbers of old drainage warrants issued in reconstruction times. He was successful in all but one of these cases, the exception being the noted Warner case. Again, the litigation in which the back pay of the teachers of the New Orleans public schools was involved, gave Mr. Miller an opportunity for the exercise of his exceptional abilities, and in this celebrated case, too, he was successful. Even though his sympathies were with the teachers, his position as a lawyer compelled him to take a stand antagonistic to their claims. He fought this long-drawn-out case for the board of liquidation, and finally won it about a year previous to his death. The defeat of the proposed merger of the sewerage and drainage boards was, however, Mr. Miller's greatest public victory. This occurred during the general assembly of the state in 1902. He fought this measure on the ground that it was unconstitutional. It was passed, however, and signed by the governor, immediately becoming a law. The fight against it was carried by Mr. Miller into the district courts, and when a decision against him was rendered here, he took the case to the supreme court, where the victory was won. He was devoted to his profession, and as a practitioner had very few superiors. His keen sense of justice, innate and unerring conception of what was right, fine discrimination in reading human nature, and, finally, his accurate and exhaustive knowledge of the law, made him a recognized power among able lawyers. His logical mind and tenacity of purpose won many a ease that was considered well-nigh hopeless. He was a conscientious and tireless worker, and his untimely death was very probably brought about by overtaxing his physical and mental capacities, great though these were. Mr. Miller was quiet and composed in manner, with an expressive countenance, yet capable of great reserve. His bearing was always impressive, and was unmistakably stamped with directness of character and loftiness of purpose. He was fond of art and literature, but allowed himself only a limited indulgence in these, as a recreation, his mind being chiefly centered upon his profession. He was favored with a personality remarkably attractive, and ornamented with a politeness and suavity that spoke eloquently of a superior character and drew to him an unusually large circle of friends. He was popular as a club member, and was also identified with some of the Carnival organizations, but at the time of his death he was a member of the Boston club only. As a young man, Mr. Miller took considerable interest in politics, but other than those in the district and city attorney's offices he never held or sought a political position, though he wielded a powerful influence in the uptown districts and was generally looked upon as a fit and deserving leader. During a number of years he was attorney for the Canal-Louisiana Bank & Trust Co., and for the Citizens' bank, both of New Orleans. Mr. Miller was a communicant of the Roman Catholic church, and was as prominent in charitable circles as he was conspicuous in his profession. In 1884 Mr. Miller was married to Miss Alice Generes, daughter of a distinguished New Orleans family, and 1 daughter, namely, Alice, was born to their union. Mr. Miller died at his home in New Orleans, Sept. 23, 1906. For information in regard to other members of Mr. Miller's family, see sketch of his father, Justice Henry Carlton Miller, elsewhere in this work. Mr. Miller's portrait now occupies a place among those of eminent lawyers and jurists in the gallery of the supreme court of Louisiana, where also hangs a portrait of his distinguished father. Louisiana: Comprising Sketches of Parishes, Towns, Events, Institutions, and Persons, Arranged in Cyclopedic Form (volume 3), pp. 797-799. Edited by Alc e Fortier, Lit.D. Published in 1914, by Century Historical Association.

MAY, Alexander H., Lincoln Parish, Louisiana Submitted by Mike Miller USGENWEB NOTICE: These electronic pages may NOT be Reproduced in any format for profit or presentation by any Other organization or persons. Persons or organizations Desiring to use this material, must obtain the written consent Of the contributor, or the legal representative of the Submitter, and contact the listed USGenWeb archivist with Proof of this consent. Files may be printed or copied for Personal use only. May, Alexander H., the popular assessor, Jonesboro, La., was born at Vienna, La., in Lincoln parish, April 20, 1872; a son of Philip and Angie (Norris) May. The father's family were originally from Virginia. The grandfather, Philip May, was a prominent attorney, and settled in Louisiana, in 1817, where he continued his practice in Farmerville, in what was then known as Ouachita parish. He died in 1858 in New Orleans, while there serving as a senator from Ouachita parish. His paternal grandmother, Mary Pauline (Stowe) May, was a native of Louisiana, and a direct descendant of an old English family in Virginia. The maternal grandfather was Cyrus Norris, and grandmother, Betsy (Autrey) Norris, their ancestry being of Scottish derivation. The original progenitors in the new world settled in Alabama at an early date. The father of the subject of this review died in Lincoln parish in 1874, where he was engaged in farming. The mother re-married in 1879 to Jackson A. Pipes, of Lincoln parish. By her first marriage there were 3 children: Claiborne (deceased), the subject of this sketch and Willis T., also deceased. By second marriage, 2 children: Mitchell and Clarence Pipes, both at Coleman, Tex. Mr. May received his rudimentary education in the public schools, and later attended the state normal at Natchitoches. After completing his course, he became engaged in teaching, which work he kept up for 17 years, in which time he made many friends, and proved himself a competent and energetic instructor. In 1908 he was elected assessor, and in 1912, through his great popularity was reëlected. Mr. May is a Mason, Knight of Pythias, of Eros, La., and is affiliated with the Independent Order of Odd Fellows, and the Woodmen of the World, at Jonesboro. He is the owner of a plantation in Jackson parish. Mr. May married Miss Anna Lelie, a daughter of Richard R. and Ida (Hope) Ross, of Morehouse parish. Four children have been born to them as follows: Philip R. (deceased), Hope, Ida, and Pauline, all residing at the parental residence. Source: Louisiana: Comprising Sketches of Parishes, Towns, Events, Institutions, and Persons, Arranged in Cyclopedic Form, volume 3, pp. 728-729. Edited by Alc e Fortier, Lit. D. Published in 1914, by Century Historical Association.

MARRERO, Leo A., St. Bernard Parish, Louisiana Submitted by Mike Miller USGENWEB NOTICE: These electronic pages may NOT be Reproduced in any format for profit or presentation by any Other organization or persons. Persons or organizations Desiring to use this material, must obtain the written consent Of the contributor, or the legal representative of the Submitter, and contact the listed USGenWeb archivist with Proof of this consent. Files may be printed or copied for Personal use only. Marrero, Leo Antonio, of Amesville, La., well known notary and real estate dealer, was born in St. Bernard parish, La., Dec. 9, 1871. His parents are Louis H. and Elodie (Marrero) Marrero. The father is now sheriff of Jefferson parish, and has long been one of the most conspicuous men in public life in Louisiana. He is elsewhere more extensively noticed in this volume. The mother was a daughter of Antonio and Eugenia (Serpas) Marrero, and was born in St. Bernard parish. Leo A. Marrero was educated in the public schools and at the Jesuit college. After being sufficiently fitted for the duties of life he entered the office of sheriff as chief deputy to his father, and filled that position from 1896 to 1906. He is at present one of the most enterprising and extensive dealers in real estate in Jefferson parish, having most beautiful and commodious offices at Gretna. In addition to this business, he is a notary public, which under the laws of Louisiana is a highly responsible and very important office. In his political belief, Mr. Marrero adheres to the principles of the democratic party, and in religious faith is a communicant of the Catholic church. Oct. 17, 1896, he was married to Annie E. Cleary, daughter of John and Catherine Cleary, of New Orleans. Source: Louisiana: Comprising Sketches of Parishes, Towns, Events, Institutions, and Persons, Arranged in Cyclopedic Form, volume 3, p. 782. Edited by Alcée Fortier, Lit. D. Published in 1914, by Century Historical Association.

MANION, Martin H., Orleans Parish, Louisiana Submitted by Mike Miller USGENWEB NOTICE: These electronic pages may NOT be Reproduced in any format for profit or presentation by any Other organization or persons. Persons or organizations Desiring to use this material, must obtain the written consent Of the contributor, or the legal representative of the Submitter, and contact the listed USGenWeb archivist with Proof of this consent. Files may be printed or copied for Personal use only. Manion, Martin H., lawyer, is a native of New Orleans, where he was born Oct. 18, 1874. Mr. Manion is a son of Martin and Mary (Fitzpatrick) Manion. Both parents are of Irish origin, the father being born June 16, 1844, in West Meath, Ireland, and the mother in Louisiana, of Irish parentage. Martin Manion came to New Orleans with his mother when he was about 12 years old, and here he began his business career when a boy, in the wholesale plumber's supply business, finally became manager of the business, and then proprietor. He prospered and remained in the business up to Dec., 1910, when he retired. He now resides at Hammond, La. He was a Confederate soldier and served in the Washington artillery. Martin H. Manion was reared in New Orleans where he attended the public schools, graduating from the high school. He then took a commercial course, after a special course in the law at the University of Virginia. He also took an academic course in Tulane university, from which institution he graduated in the law in 1899, since which time he has practiced law with success in New Orleans. The previous year he took examination before the supreme court and was admitted to practice in Louisiana. For 6 years Mr. Manion served on the Tulane executive committee of the alumni association; was president for three years of the New Orleans poll-tax association; has served as a member of the board of directors of the Progressive Union and subsequently of the Association of Commerce. In 1911 Mr. Manion was urged to present his name as a candidate from the 14th ward for the state legislature, by many leading citizens who knew his integrity, progressive and energetic spirit, and he was elected to the position. He served in the legislature which created a tax revision commission as a member of which he has creditably served on the commission's committees on corporations, and assessments. He is now serving under an appointment from the governor of the state as a member of the Employers' Liability commission. Notwithstanding his extensive and exacting law practice, Mr. Manion has, in a tireless, enthusiastic and courageous way, assumed the duties and obligations as a legislator, diligently and faithfully, and honestly rendering service in behalf of the people. Mr. Manion takes much pride in his record as president of New Orleans Poll Tax association, from 1907 to 1910, during which latter year the poll tax payments were 52,000-or near 7,000 more than any previous year, or since. He is a democrat in politics, a Roman Catholic in religion, and a progressive and public spirited citizen. In 1903 Mr. Manion and Miss Josephine Keller were united in marriage. Mrs. Manion is a daughter of Mr. Charles Keller of New Orleans. Source: Louisiana: Comprising Sketches of Parishes, Towns, Events, Institutions, and Persons, Arranged in Cyclopedic Form, volume 3, pp. 82-783. Edited by Alc e Fortier, Lit. D. Published in 1914, by Century Historical Association.

LOCKE, (Hon.) Leon, Oxford County, ME., then Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana Submitted by Mike Miller USGENWEB NOTICE: These electronic pages may NOT be Reproduced in any format for profit or presentation by any Other organization or persons. Persons or organizations Desiring to use this material, must obtain the written consent Of the contributor, or the legal representative of the Submitter, and contact the listed USGenWeb archivist with Proof of this consent. Files may be printed or copied for Personal use only. Locke, Hon. Leon, secretary Interstate Inland Waterway league of Louisiana and Texas, Lake Charles, La., was born in Oxford county, Me., Jan. 4, 1869, son of James and Sophia (Douglas) Locke, both natives of the state in which the son was born. The paternal ancestors came from England to America in 1643, and located in New England. Several representatives of the family served in the Revolutionary army. In 187l James Locke, the father, with his family, moved to Wichita, Kan., where the son, Leon, passed his youth and was educated in the public schools. At the age of 15 years he was a licensed and registered pharmacist, which was his father's profession, and established a drug business on his own account, near the city of Wichita. One year later, having merged his business with that of his father, he became a teacher of pharmacy in the Wichita schools. During the succeeding years he was engaged in the drug business at various places in Kansas, until 1903, in which year he located at Lake Charles and became associated with the Keyley-Weber Co., in the capacity of secretary, so remaining during three years. He then became secretary of the Daily American Publishing Co., and secretary of the Lake Charles board of trade, these relations continuing until 1908. In 1907 the Interstate Inland Waterway league of Louisiana and Texas was organized, and Mr. Locke became secretary of the organization, of which important position he has remained incumbent to the present time, and to which he devotes more and more of his time as the project nears completion. Briefly stated, this league's plans contemplate joining the Mississippi and Rio Grande rivers, by means of an inland waterway, navigable, and to be used for commercial transportation purposes. Funds in support of the undertaking, to the amount of $1,388,000, have been furnished by the Federal government, and at this time the work has been more than half completed, and approved. The remainder will probably be finished within a few years. Boats are now being operated between Corpus Christi and Galveston and between the Mermenton [sic] river and New Orleans. Mr. Locke has been actively identified with the democratic party from the time of his earliest political affiliation. He has 15 times been a candidate for elective office, and 13 times successful. Previous to coming to Louisiana, he served 5 terms as mayor of 2 towns in Kansas, and was a successful candidate for member of the Kansas legislature. He refused the nomination for treasurer and auditor of the state of Kansas. In 1906 he was elected a member of the Lake Charles school board, and resigned this position 2 years later upon his election to the Louisiana legislature. During the succeeding session he served as chairman of the committee on education, and was a member, respectively, of the committees on appropriations and Federal relations. It was during this session of the legislature that Mr. Locke introduced and secured passage of the famous measure known as the Locke bill, which provided penalties for and successfully abolished race track betting in Louisiana. In 1912 Mr. Locke was again elected a member of the legislature, and was honored with appointment to the chairmanship of the committee on appropriations, the duties of which largely occupied his time during the session. During this Session, however, he introduced and secured passage of the bill prohibiting dual office-holding, which was consistent with his own course in resigning from the school board when elected to the legislature in 1908. He introduced and secured passage of the measure removing Southern university (a professional Negro institution) from the city of New Orleans, with the purpose of training the Negro youth for agricultural or other useful pursuits, instead of giving him only a high school education in the city. He also introduced and secured passage of a bill giving the state railroad commission larger powers in regulating railroad rates. He was instrumental in the introduction and passage of various other measures, all of which have met with hearty approval, but those mentioned above were measures of greatest state-wide importance. He served as a member of the committee on rules during the 1912 session of the legislature. Mr. Locke is recognized as a leader of national importance in the democratic party, and during the campaign of 1908 he spoke in Chicago, and throughout the states of Illinois, Indiana, and Ohio. In 1913 he took a leading part in the organization of the Lake Charles Chamber of Commerce, and at the state meeting in Jan., 1914, was elected president of the Louisiana State Chamber of Commerce, he not being present at the meeting or having been previously consulted. He is at this time a member of the Employers' Liability Commission of Louisiana, and a member and director of the Southwest Louisiana Development Bureau. In 1913 he was appointed a member of the state tax commission. In 1914 he assisted in the organization of the American Mutual Life Insurance company, and became secretary of that corporation. He is affiliated with the Woodmen of the World, and represented his local organization at Jacksonville, Fla., in 1913. In 1889 Mr. Locke was married to Miss Frances King, and one daughter, Miriam, has been born to their union. Mr. Locke is thoroughly identified with the forward movement in Louisiana. He is one of those earnest, capable, persevering men with ability to initiate and carry to successful conclusion such measures as he believes will operate to the advantage of the people among whom he lives. He is one of the most active and most useful citizens of the state. Source: Louisiana: Comprising Sketches of Parishes, Towns, Events, Institutions, and Persons, Arranged in Cyclopedic Form, volume 3, pp. 779-781. Edited by Alcée Fortier, Lit. D. Published in 1914, by Century Historical Association.

LEWIS, Alfred R., Orleans then Tangipahoa Parish, Louisiana Submitted by Mike Miller USGENWEB NOTICE: These electronic pages may NOT be Reproduced in any format for profit or presentation by any Other organization or persons. Persons or organizations Desiring to use this material, must obtain the written consent Of the contributor, or the legal representative of the Submitter, and contact the listed USGenWeb archivist with Proof of this consent. Files may be printed or copied for Personal use only. Lewis, Alfred Randolph, of Amite, Tangipahoa parish, was born July 14, 1847, at New Orleans son of John Lawson and Henriette (Bahm) Lewis. The father was born March 25, 1800, at Lexington, Ky., and came to Louisiana at the age of 3 with his father, Joshua Lewis, who was the first justice of the supreme court of the state of Louisiana, and was buried in St. Vincent de Paul cemetery. His wife, Henriette Bahm Lewis, died June 18, 1868, in her 48th year. T. J. Lewis, brother of Alfred Randolph Lewis, was lieutenant-colonel in the 13th volunteer cavalry, and their father commanded the Louisiana state troops in New Orleans until the occupation of that city by the Union army. The subject of this sketch enlisted for service in the war of 1861-65 in Co. F, Edwards' battalion Louisiana state reserves, commanded by Capt. Bradley, which formed part of the Home Guard. He was paroled at Baton Rouge by Gen. Schofield, in May, 1865. Mr. Lewis was educated in private schools and by a private tutor from Dublin university. He has resided in Amite since April, 1884. A stanch supporter of the democratic party, he has been elevated by his fellow-citizens to several public offices, among which were: Deputy sheriff, police juror, 2 terms; assessor, 16 years; clerk and recorder, 4 terms. He is an enthusiastic Mason, and as such holds membership in the Blue Lodge, in Royal Arch Chapter No. 43, and in Kenneth Commandery No. 9, Knights Templar, and is affiliated with the Episcopal church. Mr. Lewis married, Oct. 2, 1884, Miss Ella M. Bahm, daughter of Pierre H. and Brunette (Bailey) Bahm, of Louisiana. They have 13 children, whose order of birth is as follows: Fitz J., at Panama canal; Alfred Lawson, a student at Tulane university, New Orleans; Mays Livingstone, student in the preparatory school, Annapolis, Md.; Alfred R., Thomas L., John Hampden, Henry F., studying in the home schools; Edith, Grace, Alaska, Brunette, residing in St. Joseph, La.; Marguerite and Mary. Source: Louisiana: Comprising Sketches of Parishes, Towns, Events, Institutions, and Persons, Arranged in Cyclopedic Form, volume 3, p. 728. Edited by Alc e Fortier, Lit. D. Published in 1914, by Century Historical Association.

LEWIS, Arthur C., Tangipahoa Parish, Louisiana Submitted by Mike Miller USGENWEB NOTICE: These electronic pages may NOT be Reproduced in any format for profit or presentation by any Other organization or persons. Persons or organizations Desiring to use this material, must obtain the written consent Of the contributor, or the legal representative of the Submitter, and contact the listed USGenWeb archivist with Proof of this consent. Files may be printed or copied for Personal use only. Lewis, Arthur Cullen, of Amite, and superintendent of the public schools of Tangipahoa parish, was born at Lewiston, La., Sept. 1, 1881; son of G. D. Lewis, born Feb. 19, 1854, and of Leah Schillng Lewis, a native of Mount Herman, La. He was educated in the public schools of his parish, the high school of Magnolia, Miss.; the Mississippi college at Clinton, and University of the South, at Sewannee, Tenn. He was elected superintendent of the Tangipahoa parish public schools, Sept. 21, 1906, and is filling his second term. Mr. Lewis is a Presbyterian, and secretary of the Tangipahoa Sunday school. The democratic party has always received his support. Having at all times shown great interest in educational matters, Mr. Lewis is actively connected with all movements for the welfare and the improvement of the community in which he lives. He is a member of the executive committee, State Teachers' association, a Royal Arch Mason, member of Kenneth Commandery No. 9, Knights Templar; a Woodman of the World and a Knight of Pythias. Jan. 1, 1908, Mr. Lewis married Miss Ida C. Watson, daughter of John G. and Ida (Werlen) Watson, of Denmark. Source: Louisiana: Comprising Sketches of Parishes, Towns, Events, Institutions, and Persons, Arranged in Cyclopedic Form, volume 3, pp. 727-728. Edited by Alcée Fortier, Lit. D. Published in 1914, by Century Historical Association.

LEVERT, Mark W., M. D., Iberville then W. Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana Submitted by Mike Miller USGENWEB NOTICE: These electronic pages may NOT be reproduced in any format for profit or presentation by any other organization or persons. Persons or organizations desiring to use this material, must obtain the written consent of the contributor, or the legal representative of the submitter, and contact the listed USGenWeb archivist with proof of this consent. Files may be printed or copied for personal use only. Levert, Mark W., M. D., coroner of West Baton Rouge parish, was born at St. Gabriel, Iberville parish, La., Feb. 6, 1874; son of Auguste and Aurelie (Weber) Levert, the former of whom was born on Bayou Lafourche and followed the life-long vocation of sugar planter, the family plantation home being near Addis. The father is now deceased, but is survived by his wife, who was born in Assumption parish. Mark W. Levert was the sixth of 8 children born to his parents. He is a graduate of Spring Hill college, Mobile, Ala., class of 1893. Following his graduation from this institution he passed one year as a student in the academic department of Tulane university, after which he entered the medical department of the University of the South, Sewanee, Tenn., from which he graduated with the degree of M. D. in the class of 1896. In 1898 he began the practice of medicine in Avoyelles parish, where he remained about 3 years, removing to Brusley in 1899, where he has since been engaged in practice. The doctor is coroner of West Baton Rouge parish, is a half-owner in the Brusley Drug Co., and has some plantation interests. He is a member of the Catholic church and is affiliated with the West Baton Rouge parish and the Louisiana State Medical society also, the Woodmen of the World, and Knights of Columbus. Nov. 14, 1900, Dr. Levert was married to Miss Mary Sue Postell, a daughter of Dr. Philip and Pauline Postell. Mrs. Levert's father has long been in the practice of medicine at Plaquemine. To Dr. and Mrs. Levert 3 children have been born, as follow: Charles F., Mark, Jr., and Samuel Logan. Louisiana: Comprising Sketches of Parishes, Towns, Events, Institutions, and Persons, Arranged in Cyclopedic Form (volume 3), pp. 801-802. Edited by Alc e Fortier, Lit.D. Published in 1914, by Century Historical Association.

LEMLE, Gustave, Rapides then Orleans Parish, Louisiana Submitted by Mike Miller USGENWEB NOTICE: These electronic pages may NOT be Reproduced in any format for profit or presentation by any Other organization or persons. Persons or organizations Desiring to use this material, must obtain the written consent Of the contributor, or the legal representative of the Submitter, and contact the listed USGenWeb archivist with Proof of this consent. Files may be printed or copied for Personal use only. Lemle, Gustave, New Orleans, popularly referred to as one of the best-known and ablest lawyers of Louisiana, was born at Alexandria, La., Jan. 21, 1862, and is a son of Louis and Rosalie (Levy) Lemle, the former of whom was born in Germany and the latter in France. Both parents came to America in early life, but separately, their marriage taking place some time after their arrival in this country. The father engaged in the vocation of a planter, and later became a merchant in connection with his planting business. He was a successful business man and highly-respected citizen, and gallantly served the cause of the Southern Confederacy throughout the Civil war. The father died when the son was 6 years old. Gustave Lemle was educated in the public schools of Natchez, Miss., graduating from the high school. He also enjoyed the advantage of private tutoring under Alexander Campbell, a graduate of Yale college. The young man later received appointment to a cadetship at West Point Military academy, but unfortunately Congressman Leonard, who had named him for appointment, died before the confirmation of his appointee, and the assistant secretary of war annulled the congressman's designation in order that another aspirant for the place might be favored instead of Lemle. Later young Lemle became a clerk in the office of the parish recorder of mortgages, and while thus engaged began the study of law, and a little later enjoying the preceptorship of Judge O. N. Mayo and John S. Boetner. Still later he became confidential clerk in the law offices of H. R. Steele. He was admitted to the bar in the year 1883, and in 1884 formed a partnership with J. N. Luce and began the practice of law at Vidalia, Concordia parish. This partnership was continued until 1892, when Attorney Lemle removed to New Orleans, where he has since resided and successfully practiced his profession. For a time after locating in the city, he was a member of the law firm of Lazarus, Moore & Lemle, later of Farrar, Leake & Lemle, which latter firm became Farrar & Lemle on the retirement of Mr. Leake. Since 1898 Mr. Lemle has had no partner in the practice of law. While at Vidalia, he was attorney for the New Orleans & Northwestern R. R., and since 1893 has been attorney for the Illinois Central R. R. His clientele now includes several large corporations. Mr. Lemle is a democrat in politics, and from 1884 to 1892 he was attorney, in civil matters, for Concordia parish, in which capacity he won an enviable reputation for efficient service. He attracted particular attention by the management of the finances of the parish at the time. Fraternally, Lawyer Lemle is affiliated with the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks, the Chess, Checkers and Whist club, the Harmony club the Young Men's Gymnastic club, and the Southern Yacht club. He is also a member of the Congregation of Temple Sinai. In 1893 Mr. Lemle was married to Miss Barnett, of New Orleans. To their union 2 sons have been born, namely: Selim and Louis, aged respectfully 19 and 14 years. Source: Louisiana: Comprising Sketches of Parishes, Towns, Events, Institutions, and Persons, Arranged in Cyclopedic Form, volume 3, p. 779. Edited by Alcée Fortier, Lit. D. Published in 1914, by Century Historical Association.

Death Certificate of Ira Leonard Pardue, Jefferson and Jackson Parishes, Louisiana File prepared and submitted by Deandra N. Pardue - deanne@i-55.com ------------------------------------------------------------------ USGenWeb NOTICE: Libraries and individual researchers may download this file for personal, non-commercial use only. Any other use requires written permission from the transcriber. ------------------------------------------------------------------ STATE OF LOUISIANA CERTIFICATE OF DEATH State File No. 11 - 159 Last name of Deceased: PARDUE First Name: Ira Second Name: L. Date of Death: July 22, 1960 Hour: 4:20 P.M. Sex: Male Color or race: White Marital Status: Married Name of Spouse: Frankie CROSSLEY Date of Birth of Deceased: July 20, 1904 Age of Deceased: 56 years, 2 days Birthplace: Hodge, Jackson Parish, Louisiana Citizen of what Country: U.S.A. Usual Occupation: Laborer Kind of Industry or Business: Celotex Corporation Was deceased ever in U.S. Armed Forces? No Social Security Number: 417-16-6495 City, Town or Location: Gretna, Louisiana Parish: Jefferson Length of Stay in this Place: 8 years Name of Hospital (if not in hospital give street address or location: 1700 Pratt Street Is place of death inside city limits? Yes City or Town: Gretna Parish: Jefferson State: Louisiana Street Address: 1700 Pratt Street Is residence inside city limits? Yes Is residence on a farm? No Name of father: John W. PARDUE Birthplace of father: Jonesboro, Louisiana Maiden Name of Mother: Emma SHADOWS Birthplace of Mother: Jonesboro, Louisiana Date of Signature (of informant - Mrs. Ira L. Pardue): July 23, 1960 Death was caused by: Shotgun wound of the neck with severance of rt. carotid, larynx and esophagus Autopsy? No Describe how injury occurred: Deceased shot himself - suicide Injury occurred: not while at work Place of injury: Home Address of injury: Gretna, Jefferson Parish, Louisiana Burial location: Garden of Memories, Airline Highway, Gretna, Louisiana Funeral Home: West Side Funeral Homes, Inc. (signed Doris J. Brumfield) Burial transit permit number: 26-81-(CO) ***********************

Records of Church Archives in Louisiana, Livingston and Tangipahoa Parishes, La. Protestant and Jewish Churches File submitted by Donald W. Johnson DW9JOHNSON@aol.com and prepared by D.N. Pardue ==================================================================== USGENWEB NOTICE: In keeping with our policy of providing free information on the Internet, data may be used by non-commercial entities, as long as this message remains on all copied material. These electronic pages may NOT be reproduced in any format for profit or for presentation by other persons or organizations. Persons or organizations desiring to use this material for purposes other than stated above must obtain the written consent of the file contributor. ==================================================================== ***NOTE: The listing below was compiled in 1943 by The War Services Program, Service Division, Work Projects Administration and printed for The Louisiana State Board of Health, New Orleans, La. The persons listed as having custody of these volumes of church history may no longer be living, therefore, this information is to be used as a source of what MAY be out there and not as a guarantee that it is still available. Some valuable information, such as the establishment date of the church and in some cases, the general location, can be found in each listing.*** ALBANY BAPTIST Bethlehem Baptist Church, 1876 --. [Register of Baptisms, Marriages, Members, Deaths], 1903 --. 3 vols., in custody of Fred Scott. Sweet Home Baptist Church (African American); 1919 --. [Register of Members], 1937 --. 2 vols. in custody of Louise Williams. Zion Hill Baptist Church, 1872 --. [Register of Baptisms, Members, Deaths], 1910-16, 1922 --, 2 vols., in custody of Tom Steward. LATTER DAY SAINTS (MORMON) Church of Jesus Christ, 1933--. [Register of Baptisms, Marriages, Members, Deaths], 1933--, 1 vol., in custody of Rev. Stewart. METHODIST Albany Methodist Church, 1928-36. [Register of Baptisms, Marriages, Members], 1928-34, 1 vol., in custody of Arthur Statozinor. PRESBYTERIAN Hungarian Presbyterian Church, 1907--. [Register of Baptisms, Marriages, Deaths], 1907--, 2 vols, in custody of Rev. Alex Bartus. CLIO BAPTIST Big Bethlehem Baptist Church, 1880--. [Register of Members], 1934-37, 2 vols., in custody of Tom Robinson; 1937-39, 1 vol., in custody of Lizzio Caleb. Little Bethlehem Baptist Church (African American), 1910--. [Register of Members], 1929--, 2 vols., in custody of Mary Etta Doughty. Sweet Canaan Baptist Church (African American), 1909--. [Register of Baptisms, Members], 1915--, 3 vols., in custody of Iola Davis. Beach Ridge Baptist Church, 1891-1920. [Register of Baptisms, Marriages, Members, Deaths], 1891-1920, 1 vol., in custody of John Lanier. Corbin Baptist Church, 1918-33. [Register of Members], 1918-33, 1 vol., in custody of W.A. Scab. METHODIST Mangunis Chapel, 1916--., Route 1. [Register of Baptisms, Marriages, Members, Deaths], 1916--, 1 vol., in custody of Rev. P.W. Sibley, Walker. DENHAM SPRINGS BAPTIST Amite Baptist Church, 1841--, Star Route. [Register of Baptisms, Marriages, Members, Deaths], 1910--, 3 vols., in custody of D.F. Mitchell. Denham Springs Baptist church, 1900--. Main and Centerville Streets. [Register of Baptisms, Members, Deaths], 1926--, 4 vols., in custody of Charlie Beannou. Eden Baptist Church, 1871--, Route 1. [Register of Baptisms, Members, Deaths], 1881--, 4 vols., in custody of Minnie Dixon. Greater St. John Baptist Church (African American), 1935--. [Register of Baptisms, Marriages, Members, Deaths], 1936--, 1 vol., in custody of Rev. J.L. Holliday. Hebron Baptist Church, 1837--. [Register of Baptisms, Members, Deaths], 1837-1911, 1921--, 7 vols., in custody of George H. Miller. Little Zion Baptist Church (African American), 1914--. [Register of Members], 1935--, 1 vol., in custody of Rev. Joseph Manuel. Midway Baptist Church (African American), 1931--. [Register of Members], 1936--, 2 vols., in custody of Rev. Alfred Gray. Mount Hope Baptist Church (African American), 1904--, Sullivan Street. [Register of Baptisms, Members, Deaths], 1933--, 1 vol., in custody of Rev. John Anderson. CHRIST'S SANCTIFIED HOLY CHURCH, (AFRICAN AMERICAN) Church of God in Christ (African American), 1937--. [Register of Baptisms, Marriages, Members], 1937--, 1 vol., in custody of Rev. D.A. Morgan, Brice Street, Baton Rouge. METHODIST Denham Springs Methodist Church, 1899--. [Register of Baptisms, Marriages, Members, Deaths], 1899--, 1 vol., in custody of Rev. R.L. Clayton. Robert's Chapel (African American), 1892--. [Register of Baptisms, Marriages, Members, Deaths], 1934--, 2 vols., in custody of Rev. E. Freeman. SPIRITUALIST St. James Christian Faith Church (African American), 1937--, Sullivan Street. [Register of Members], 1938--, 1 vol, in custody of Carrie White. DOYLE BAPTIST Doyle Baptist Church, 1910--. [Register of Members, Deaths], 1929--, 2 vols., in custody of Rev. Howard L. Courtney. Livingston Baptist church, 1933--. [Register of Members, Deaths], 1929--, 2 vols., in custody of Rev. J.M. Watts. New Light Baptist Church (African American), 1937--. [Register of Baptisms, Members, Deaths], 1938--, 1 vol., in custody of Myrtle Miller. Colyell Baptist Church, 1851--. [Register of Baptisms, Members, Deaths], 1851-1925, 1932--, 3 vols., in custody of J.P. Watts. Frost Baptist Church, 1925-31. [Register of Baptisms, Members, Deaths], 1926-31, 1 vol., in custody of Leo Smiley. Holy Springs Baptist Church (African American), 1934--. [Register of Baptisms, Members, Deaths], 1934--, 1 vol., in custody of May Paul. Pine Grove Baptist Church, 1890--. [Register of Baptisms, Members, Deaths], 1922--, 1 vol., in custody of Herman Threeston. METHODIST Frost Methodist Church, 1927-37. [Register of Baptisms, Marriages, Members, Deaths], 1929-35, 1 vol., in custody of Rev. P.W. Sibley, Walker. HAMMOND BAPTIST Galilee Baptist Church (African American), 1884--, Route 1. [Register of Baptisms, Members, Deaths], 1914--, 4 vols., in custody of Ethel Gorner. Macedonia Baptist Church, 1856--, Route 1. [Register of Baptisms, Members, Deaths], 1856--, 3 vols, in custody of J.W. Starns. Magnolia Baptist Church, 1919--. [Register of Baptisms, Members, Deaths], 1919--, 1 vol., in custody of Hiram Hinson CHURCH OF GOD Church of God, 1935--, Route 1. [Register of Baptisms, Members], 1938--, 1 vol., in custody of Mary Richardson. HEAD OF ISLAND BAPTIST St. Paul's Baptist Church (African American), 1900--. [Register of Baptists, Marriages, Members, Deaths], 1900--, 2 vols., in custody of Wesley Bailey. Zion Traveler Baptist Church (African American), 1992-- [Register of Baptisms, Members, Deaths], 1931--, 1 vol., in custody of Mary Ashton. HOLDEN BAPTIST First Baptist Church, 1911--. [Register of BAptisms, Marriages, Members, Deaths], 1927--, 2 vols., in custody of W.B. Seab. New Tickfaw Baptist Church, 1850-1905. [Register of Baptisms, Members, Deaths], 1883-1903, 1 vol., in custody of Lucille Comish, Greensburg. METHODIST McCarroll's Chapel, 1915-33, Pine Street. [Register of Baptisms, Marriages, Members, Deaths], 1915-33, 1 vol., in custody of Andrew Sibley. INDEPENDENCE (P.O.) BAPTIST Blood River Baptist Church, 1932--, Route 1. [Register of Baptisms, Members], 1932--, 1 vol., in custody of Luke Glascock. Macedonia Baptist Church (African American), 1914--, Route 1. [Register of Members], 1936--, 1 vol., in custody of Jess Jackson, Route 1. KILLIAN BAPTIST Killian Baptist Church, 1939--. [Register of Baptisms, Members, Deaths], 1939--, 1 vol., in custody of Rev. L.L. Hanson, Ponchatoula. METHODIST Huff's Chapel, 1877--. [Register of Baptisms, Marriages, Members, Deaths], 1900--, 1 vol., in custody of Rev. A.M. Martin, Springfield. LIVINGSTON BAPTIST Livingston Baptist church, 1914-31, Railroad Avenue. [Register of Baptisms, Members, Deaths], 1929-31, 1 vol., in custody of Warry Watts. MAUREPAS BAPTIST Maurepas Baptist Church, 1917--. [Register of Baptisms, Members, Deaths], 1917-21, 1923--, 2 vols., in custody of Charles Stevens, Bear Island Road. Third Zion Baptist Church (African American), 1874--. [Register of Baptisms, Marriages, Members, Deaths], 1933--, 2 vols., in custody of Kenny Paul. METHODIST Maurepas Methodist Church, 1881--. [Register of Baptisms, Marriages, Members, Deaths], 1853--, 2 vols., in custody of J.W. Jones. PORT VINCENT METHODIST Port Vincent Methodist Church, 1873-1910. [Register of Baptisms, Marriages, Members, Deaths], 1873-1908, 1 vol., in custody of Gertrude Scivicque, Denham Springs. SPRINGFIELD BAPTIST Springfield Baptist Church, 1938--. [Register of Baptisms, Members, Deaths], 1938--, 1 vol., in custody of I.T. Monroe. METHODIST St. James Methodist Church (African American), 1876--, Romes Ferry Road. [Register of Marriages, Members, Deaths], 1935--, 1 vol., in custody of Ernestine Richardson, Romes Ferry Road. Springfield Methodist Church, 1874--. [Register of Baptisms, Marriages, members, Deaths], 1900--, 1 vol., in custody of Rev. A.M. Martin. WALKER BAPTIST Judson Baptist Church, 1889--. [Register of members, Deaths], 1889-1912, 1923-31, 3 vols., in custody of Rev. M.C. Corkern. St. Mark Baptist Church (African American), 1910--, Railroad Avenue. [Register of Members], 1937--, 1 vol., in custody of Naamah Harper. Salem Baptist Church, 1854--, Route 1. [Register of Baptisms, Members, Deaths], 1894-1915, 1917--, 4 vols., in custody of Rev. J.D. Carrol, Corbin. Walker Baptist Church, 1882--. [Register of Baptisms, Marriages, Members], 1914--, 2 vols., in custody of Cassio Rheams. METHODIST Friendship Methodist Church, 1861--. [Register of Baptisms, Marriages, Members, Deaths], 1910--, 1 vol., in custody of Thomas Hall, Jr. WATSON BAPTIST St. James Chapel (African American), 1937--. [Register of Members], 1938--, 1 vol, in custody of Rev. Zike Keith, Denham Springs. St. Peter Baptist Church (African American), 1903--. [Register of Members], 1936--, 1 vol., in custody of Rev. Alfred Gray, Denham Springs. METHODIST Live Oaks Methodist Church, 1874--. [Register of Baptisms, Marriages, Members, Deaths], 1884--, 1 vol., in custody of W.H. Underwood. WEISS METHODIST Alfred's Chapel, 1903--. [Register of Baptisms, Members, Deaths], 1903--, 1 vol., in custody of Rev. R.L. Clayton, Denham Springs.

LEBLANC, (Hon.) Samuel A., Assumption Parish, Louisiana Submitted by Mike Miller USGENWEB NOTICE: These electronic pages may NOT be Reproduced in any format for profit or presentation by any Other organization or persons. Persons or organizations Desiring to use this material, must obtain the written consent Of the contributor, or the legal representative of the Submitter, and contact the listed USGenWeb archivist with Proof of this consent. Files may be printed or copied for Personal use only. LeBlanc, Hon. Samuel A., successful attorney and member of Louisiana state legislature, was born at Paincourtville, Assumption parish, La., Aug. 29, 1886, son of Col. Joseph E. and Camille (Dugas) LeBlanc, both of whom were born in Assumption parish, La., the former in the year 1842. At the beginning of the Civil war Joseph E. LeBlanc, the father, enlisted in the Confederate army as a member of Co. H, 28th La. regiment, and participated in a number of the most stubbornly-contested engagements of the war, among these experiences being the siege of Vicksburg. He enlisted as a private in this company, but during the term of his service, extending until the end of the war, he was promoted for gallant conduct in battle. Returning home, he was made deputy sheriff, and served as a member of the school board during Gov. Nicholls' administration. In 1880 he was elected clerk of the district court for a term of 4 years. In 1884 he engaged in mercantile business, handling general merchandise and agricultural implements. In 1888 Col. LeBlanc was elected to the Louisiana state legislature, to represent Assumption parish, and during the succeeding sessions of the legislature served as chairman of the committee on enrollment. In 1892 he was renominated, but withdrew from the contest. In 1894 he was elected to the Louisiana state senate, succeeding the late Sen. J. S. Perkins. In 1900 he was re-elected to the state legislature, and served until the time of his death, Nov. 21, 1902. In early life Col. LeBlanc followed the vocation of sugar planter. His wife, Camille Dugas, who now survives her husband, is a daughter of E. F. X. Dugas, who also took an active part in upholding the cause of the Confederacy during the Civil war. After the war he lived a very active life, in both business and politics. He was president, respectively, of the Bank of Napoleonville and of the Pioneer Printing Co., and was senior member of the firm of Dugas & LeBlanc, dealers in general merchandise and agricultural implements. He also served as a member of the Louisiana house of representatives and later as a member of the state senate. His life was filled with useful endeavor, and he accomplished gratifying results in the advancement and upbuilding of that portion of Louisiana in which his life work was cast. Mrs. LeBlanc's father died in the year 1902. The paternal grandfather, Germain LeBlanc, also was born in Assumption parish, La., where he followed the lifetime occupation of a planter. Samuel A. LeBlanc was the tenth of 11 children born to his parents, this interesting family being, in order of the births of children, as follows: Marie, now Mrs. Joseph U. Folse, of Paincourtville; Robert E., field engineer for the firm of Dugas & LeBlanc; Lucille, now Mrs. J. J. Rodrigue of Paincourtville; Dr. Henry A., a practicing physician of Paincourtville; Philip J., paying teller in the U. S. custom house at New Orleans; Joseph, died while in attendance at Spring Hill college, Mobile, Ala.; Rosa, now Mrs. Alfred Landry, of Klotzville, La.; Theresa, widow of Jos. H. Verret, who occupied the office of deputy sheriff of Assumption parish at the time of his death; Leonce L., cashier of the Bank of Paincourtville; Samuel A., the subject of this sketch; Dr. Jules, now a practicing physician of Paincourtville. Samuel A. LeBlanc attended a private school in the locality in which he was born until attaining his eleventh year, when he entered Jefferson college, at Convent, La., and in due time graduated from that institution with the class of 1904. During the first year following his graduation he taught in Jefferson college, and during the next term at the Napoleonville school. During this time, as opportunity afforded, he also was reading law in the office of Marks & Wortham, at Napoleonville. Later he entered the law school of Tulane university, from which he graduated with his legal degree in the class of 1908. Shortly following his graduation he formed a professional partnership at Napoleonville and there began the practice of law under the firm name of Marks & LeBlanc. He was appointed by Gov. Sanders as a member of the state board of public instruction, to fill an unexpired term, and so served. In 1912 he was elected a member of the Louisiana house of representatives, and served his constituency with marked ability during the succeeding session of the legislature. Representative LeBlanc is a member of the Catholic church and is affiliated with the Knights of Columbus, being at this time deputy grand knight of Assumption Council No. 1099. He also is a member of Plattenville Camp, Woodmen of the World. Aug. 7, 1912, Samuel A. LeBlanc was married to Miss Elmire Lafaye, a daughter of J. Henry and Cecilia (Russeau) Lafaye, of New Orleans. Mrs. LeBlanc's father was long prominently identified with commission merchant interests of the Southern metropolis. He died in the month of Dec., 1911. Representative and Mrs. LeBlanc have one son, Samuel A., Jr. Source: Louisiana: Comprising Sketches of Parishes, Towns, Events, Institutions, and Persons, Arranged in Cyclopedic Form, volume 3, pp. 777-779. Edited by Alcée Fortier, Lit. D. Published in 1914, by Century Historical Association.

LEBLANC, Henry A., M. D., Assumption Parish, Louisiana Submitted by Mike Miller USGENWEB NOTICE: These electronic pages may NOT be Reproduced in any format for profit or presentation by any Other organization or persons. Persons or organizations Desiring to use this material, must obtain the written consent Of the contributor, or the legal representative of the Submitter, and contact the listed USGenWeb archivist with Proof of this consent. Files may be printed or copied for Personal use only. LeBlanc, Henry A., M. D., successful and well known physician and legislator, Paincourtville, La., was born in Assumption parish, La., Sept. 20, 1874, the son of Joseph E. and Camille (Dugas) LeBlanc, the former of whom was born April 8, 1842. His grandfather, Lubin LeBlanc, located in Assumption parish about the beginning of the 19th century, and there later married Miss Landry, a daughter of a prominent Creole family then living on Bayou Lafourche. One of the sons of this couple, Germain LeBlanc, married Miss Lena Landry, of Assumption parish, and this latter couple became the parents of Joseph E. LeBlanc, father of the subject of this sketch. Joseph E. received a good, practical education in the schools of the locality in which he was born, and in early life manifested traits of character vital to a successful business career. However, at the beginning of the Civil war he promptly enlisted in Co. H, 28th La. infantry, Col. Allen Thomas, which regiment was mustered into the Confederate service in the month of April, 1862, and subsequently took part in much of the sanguinary conflict that followed. Private LeBlanc earned a lieutenant's commission for heroism at the siege of Vicksburg. On returning to Assumption parish, at the close of the war, he was made a deputy under Sheriff Vives, and held that position until the beginning of the ''reconstruction regime,'' when, holding principle dearer than preferment, he resigned, though urged by the new sheriff to remain, at an increased salary. He then engaged in agricultural and mercantile pursuits, in which, by the exercise of good judgment, practical methods, and correct business principles, he had the satisfaction of seeing his efforts crowned with success. Forming a partnership with Honore Dugas, under the firm name of Dugas & LeBlanc, the management of the Armelise store, near Paincourtville, was assumed. The business prospered, and in time the firm became interested in sugar planting, and at this time owns more than 10,500 acres of land. Mr. Leblanc became president of the Bank of Napoleonville, and president of the Pioneer Printing Co. In 1880 he was elected clerk of the parish court, on the democratic ticket, and prior to that time served on the school board, by appointment of Gov. Nicholls. In 1884 he was elected a member of the police jury of Assumption parish, and 1888 was chosen to the lower house of the Louisiana state legislature. During the ensuing sessions of the legislature he served with distinction as a member of the committee on public lands and levees, the committee on constitution and executive messages, and as chairman of the enrolling committee. At the close of his term as a member of the house of representatives, the enrolling clerks of the house presented him with a magnificent diamond watch charm, as a testimonial of the chivalric manner in which you have acted toward us, and the many acts of kindness you have shown us." In 1894 he was appointed state senator, to complete the unexpired term of Sen. J. S. Perkins. In 1898 he was elected a member of the state constitutional convention. In 1900 he was elected to his third term as a member of the state legislature, but his death, Nov. 21, 1902, cut short this term of service. At the time of his death he was a member of Gov. Heard's staff. His untimely death was most sincerely lamented by all who knew him. In 1867 he was married to Miss Camille Dugas, a daughter of Hon. E. F. X. Dugas, one of the oldest and most honored citizens of Assumption parish. Mrs. LeBlanc was a gracious lady of rare attainments. To this union 11 children were born, namely: Marie, now Mrs. Joseph U. Folse, of Paincourtville; Robert E., field engineer for the firm of Dugas & LeBlanc; Lucille, now Mrs. J. J. Rodrigue, of Paincourtville; Dr. Henry A., the subject of this sketch; Philip J., paying teller in the U. S. custom house at New Orleans; Joseph, died while in attendance at Spring Hill college, Mobile, Ala.; Rosa, now Mrs. Alfred Landry, of Klotzville, La.; Theresa, widow of Joseph H. Verret, who occupied the office of deputy sheriff of Assumption parish at the time of his death; Leonce L., cashier of the Bank of Paincourtville; Samuel A., successful attorney of Napoleonville and member of the Louisiana state legislature; Dr. Jules, now a practicing physician of Paincourtville. In the course of his education Henry A. Le Blanc attended Spring Hill college, from which he graduated with the class of 1894. Shortly following the completion of his academic education he entered the medical department of Tulane university, and in due time graduated with the degree of M. D. in the class of 1898. Upon the completion of his professional education, Dr. LeBlanc began the practice of medicine at Paincourtville, which he has since continued actively. In addition to serving the requirements of his patients, the doctor has also served the people of his parish as their representative in the state legislature, and as a member of the board of health. He is a member of the Assumption Parish Medical society, the Louisiana State Medical society, Assumption Council No. 1099, Knights of Columbus, at Napoleonville, La., and Ascension Lodge No. 1153, Benevolent and Protective order of Elks, at Donaldsonville, La. April 10, 1901, Dr. LeBlanc was married to Miss Lizzie Charlet, a daughter of Capt. P. A. and Eulalie (Pintado) Charlet, of Assumption parish, La. Capt. Charlet was a steamboat commander, and long a prominent citizen of his parish. He also was a veteran of the Civil war, having served the Confederacy during that great struggle. Capt. Charlet died in the year 1911, but is at this time survived by his wife, who resides at Lucky plantation, near Plattenville. Three children have been born to Dr. and Mrs. LeBlanc, viz.: Albert, Louis, and Isabella, the last named two being twins. The children are at the parental home. Source: Louisiana: Comprising Sketches of Parishes, Towns, Events, Institutions, and Persons, Arranged in Cyclopedic Form, volume 3, pp. 775-777. Edited by Alcée Fortier, Lit. D. Published in 1914, by Century Historical Association.

LASTRAPES, William R., M. D., St. Landry Parish, Louisiana Submitted by Mike Miller USGENWEB NOTICE: These electronic pages may NOT be Reproduced in any format for profit or presentation by any Other organization or persons. Persons or organizations Desiring to use this material, must obtain the written consent Of the contributor, or the legal representative of the Submitter, and contact the listed USGenWeb archivist with Proof of this consent. Files may be printed or copied for Personal use only. Lastrapes, William Robertson, M. D., well-known and successful physician of Opelousas, St. Landry parish, was born at Washington, La., March 10,1869; son of Henry and Alicia (Juberti) Lastrapes, both of whom were born in St. Landry parish, where the father devoted his abilities to the vocation of a sugar planter during 35 years, and was afterwards engaged in rice and cotton planting during his succeeding years. The paternal grandfather, John Henry Lastrapes, was a native of France, and came to Louisiana in 1820. Alicia Juberti was a daughter of Juliene Juberti, and her mother's maiden name was Dupre. William Robertson Lastrapes was the 4th of 8 children born to his parents, as follow: Irma, wife of Gustav E. Dupre, in abstract business at Opelousas; Ermina, wife of Joseph T. Dupre, planter, of St. Landry parish; Rosia, widow of Joseph Wilson, merchant, of Opelousas; William Robertson, the subject of this sketch; Marie Louise, at the parental home; Marie, wife of F. A. Voorhies, of Opelousas; Olga, wife of Dr. George W. Stubbs, M. D., of Indianapolis, Ind.; Henry, Jr., clerk of court of St. Landry parish. William Robertson Lastrapes received his early education in the public schools of Opelousas. Later, he attended Manhattan college, from which institution he received the degree of B. A. in the class of 1887. The same college afterward conferred the degree of M. A. upon him. When his academic education had been completed he entered the medical department of Tulane university, from which he graduated with the degree of M. D. in the class of 1890. Shortly after the completion of his professional education he began the practice of medicine at Opelousas, where he has since remained in constant attendance upon the requirements of his patients, with the exception of about 2 years, during which he practiced in St. Mary parish. The doctor's professional labors have been fruitful of most gratifying results in all respects. At this time he is serving as president of the board of health. He is a member of the Catholic church and is affiliated with the Columbian Woodmen. April 4, 1894, Dr. Lastrapes was married to Miss Corinne Lewis, a daughter of Edward T. and Alphonsine (Lastrapes) Lewis, of Jennings, La., both of whom were born in that city. Mrs. Lastrapes' father was a successful attorney, and occupied the office of district judge at Jennings during 4 or 5 terms. He served, also, as a member of the Louisiana state senate. Mrs. Lewis died in 1893. The ancestors of the Lewis family in Louisiana came originally from England. Four children have been born to Dr. and Mrs. Lastrapes, as follow: Harold Lewis, William Dudley, Alphonsine Ruth and William R., Jr., all of whom reside at the parental home. Source: Louisiana: Comprising Sketches of Parishes, Towns, Events, Institutions, and Persons, Arranged in Cyclopedic Form, volume 3, pp. 726-727. Edited by Alc e Fortier, Lit. D. Published in 1914, by Century Historical Association.

LANDRY, Arthur L., Ascension Parish, Louisiana Submitted by Mike Miller USGENWEB NOTICE: These electronic pages may NOT be Reproduced in any format for profit or presentation by any Other organization or persons. Persons or organizations Desiring to use this material, must obtain the written consent Of the contributor, or the legal representative of the Submitter, and contact the listed USGenWeb archivist with Proof of this consent. Files may be printed or copied for Personal use only. Landry, Arthur L., of Donaldsonville, was born at Youngsville, Lafayette parish, La., July 20, 1887, and is a son of Lucien and Helen (Landry) Landry, both of whom were born in that parish. The paternal grandfather, Paul Landry, was a native of France. The maternal grandfather, Trazimond Landry, was born in Louisiana, but his ancestors came originally from France. Lucien Landry followed the business of a rice planter throughout life. His death occurred Oct. 27, 1911, at the age of 53 years, but his wife now resides in Vermilion parish. Twelve children were born to their union, eleven now living, as follow: Alfonse, married to Miss Estelle Bourque, and father of 3 children; Andrew, married to Miss Landry, and father of 4 children; Rena, wife of Mr. Le Blanc, and mother of 2 children; Arthur L., Medeo, Atenor, Nelah, wife of Oradie Landry, and mother of 1 child; Agnes, Cosuth, Eugenie, and Trazimond, the last 4 being now at the parental home. Arthur L. Landry received his earlier education at the public schools of the locality in which he was born. At an early age he found employment in a drug store at Lafayette, as a clerk, and while so employed attended a private night school. After having pursued his studies in this manner for a time, he secured employment in a drug store at Leroy, where he remained about 4 years, during which time he saved from his salary a sufficient sum to pay for his professional education. In 1907 he entered the New Orleans college of pharmacy (now connected with Loyola university), from which he graduated with the degree of Ph. G. in the class of 1909. During the term of his study in New Orleans he was also filling a position as clerk in a drug house on alternating days. Immediately following his graduation he took up the practice of his profession and after service in that capacity at Alexandria, Crowley, Jennings and McDonoghville, he came to Donaldsonville in Sept., 1913, as manager of Elmer's Sanitary Pharmacy, and has remained in that connection to this time. While at McDonoghville, Mr. Landry began investing in real estate, and at this time owns valuable property at Mandeville. He has other business interests, and owns stock in the Louisiana Lou Medicine Co. of New Orleans. Mr. Landry is a member of the Catholic church, and is affiliated with the Progressive party, the New Orleans Drug club, and the Loyal Order of Moose, Donaldson Lodge No. 1191. Mr. Landry is unmarried. Source: Louisiana: Comprising Sketches of Parishes, Towns, Events, Institutions, and Persons, Arranged in Cyclopedic Form, volume 3, p. 726. Edited by Alc e Fortier, Lit. D. Published in 1914, by Century Historical Association.

LACASE, (Hon.) Albert J., St. John the Baptist Parish, Louisiana Submitted by Mike Miller USGENWEB NOTICE: These electronic pages may NOT be Reproduced in any format for profit or presentation by any Other organization or persons. Persons or organizations Desiring to use this material, must obtain the written consent Of the contributor, or the legal representative of the Submitter, and contact the listed USGenWeb archivist with Proof of this consent. Files may be printed or copied for Personal use only. Lacaze, Hon. Albert James, of Wallace, St. John the Baptist parish, was born in that locality Feb. 6, 1863, and is a son of John and Eleanore (Roussel) Lacaze, the former of whom was born in France and the latter in the same locality as was the son. The father came to America in 1827, at the age of 20 years, on the same ship that brought Leon Godchaux to this country. The latter, as is well-known, began business as a peddler, and accumulated a large fortune. John Lacaze also began business in Louisiana as a peddler, and after about 7 years opened a general store in St. John parish. After successfully conducting this latter enterprise about 4 years, he moved his store to St. James parish and there established a bakery business in connection with the store, handling these successfully for about 9 years, when he returned to St. John parish and purchased Norma plantation, of about 450 acres, upon which he successfully operated as a sugar planter during about 25 years, prospering greatly. However, he has now become interested in commission business at New Orleans, and this latter connection finally brought about heavy losses that largely depleted the family fortunes. He died at the family home in St. John parish in the year 1909. The maternal grandparents were born in Louisiana, as also the maternal great-grandparents. The maternal great-great-grand parents came to Louisiana from Nova Scotia. The mother died in 1891, at the family home in St. John parish. Six children were born to the parents, as follows: John, the first-born, died of yellow fever at the age of 3 years; Azele, became the wife of Dr. P. C. Thircuat and died after having become the mother of 1 child, Alice, who now lives with her father in Vermilion parish; Louise was married to John V. Micolo, of New Orleans, but both she and her husband are now deceased, leaving 1 child, a daughter, who is now teaching in the public schools of St. James parish; George E., was married to Miss Maggie Scanlan, of New Orleans, and engaged in business in that city as a commission merchant, in partnership with his brother-in-law, John V. Micolo. Both he and his wife are now deceased, leaving 1 child, Laura, who is married to Jesse Taylor, of New Orleans, in the service of the T. & P. R. R.; Albert James, the subject of this sketch; Amelie is now the wife of Joseph E. Reine, who is connected with the business of the Colonial Sugars Refining Co., at Gramercy, La. They have 3 children, namely: Marguerite, Robert, and George. Albert Lacaze received his earlier education at private schools in the vicinity of his birthplace. Later he attended school at St. Louis for a time, and afterward took a commercial course at Soule' college, New Orleans. At the age of 19 years he entered commercial life as a clerk in the commission house of his brother-in-Jaw and brother, Micolo & Lacaze, at New Orleans. After 3 years in this connection, however, he returned to the plantation as assistant to his father. In 1884 he started in business as a planter on his own account, but 2 years later was obliged to move to Iberville parish to supervise some of his father's business there in connection with Acadia plantation, which the father owned. After 2 years he returned to St. John parish and resumed his planting business. Three years later, in 1890, he was elected a member of the lower house of the state legislature and shortly after the expiration of his term of service in that body was appointed levee inspector, under the administration of Gov. Blanchard, and has remained incumbent of that office to this time. In 1902 he purchased "Farm Home," near Wallace, and has utilized this place mainly as a tenant farm. In 1914 Mr. Lacaze was again elected to the Louisiana legislature to fill the unexpired term of P. N. Bossier, who had removed to St. James parish. During his previous term in the general assembly he served on the parochial affairs and penitentiaries committees. Mr. Lacaze has voted the democratic ticket from the time of casting his first ballot, and in the course of his career has served some years as a justice of the peace, and 4 years as a member of the police jury. He has a number of times filled the post of a commissioner of elections, and during the past 16 years has been a member of the parish democratic executive committee. He is affiliated with the Catholic church and is a member of the Woodmen of the World and the Imperial Order of Red Men. July 1, 1886, Mr. Lacaze was married to Miss Berthe Vial, daughter of Charles and Melvina (Songe) Vial, of St. John parish. They have 1 child, Leonard, now attending primary school. Mrs. Lacaze's parents were born in France, but she owes her nativity to St. John parish. Source: Louisiana: Comprising Sketches of Parishes, Towns, Events, Institutions, and Persons, Arranged in Cyclopedic Form, volume 3, pp. 699-701. Edited by Alc e Fortier, Lit. D. Published in 1914, by Century Historical Association.