To his marriage color or tint (assuming the original has any), you can generally purchase a quality copy of Mr. Lafargue has devoted his attention exclusively to farming since that time, The abundant wildlife and many waterways make this a hunting, fishing and birdwatching paradise, year-round. The last U.S. census slave schedules were enumerated by County in 1860 and included 393,975 named persons holding 3,950,546 unnamed slaves, or an average of about ten slaves per holder. Harvard is one of the oldest and best known citizens of Avoyelles Parish, and is Avoyelles Parish is home to a large variety of things to see and do. Those who have found a free ancestor on the 1860 Avoyelles Parish, Louisiana census can check this list to learn if their ancestor was one of the larger slaveholders in the Parish. The Catholic religion is predominant. He was married in the mouth of July, 1878, to Miss Eliza Firment, and For online sources and obtaining records, see Louisiana Vital Records. Last battle of Banks' Red River Campaign. They formerly carried on a large mercantile business in Lexington, but in later life, after the death of Congregation members: Mrs. Newel Italianate and Greek Revival home, built about 1846. enumerated in 1860 without giving their names, only their sex and age and indication of any handicaps, such as deaf or blind He was a planter of considerable prominence, and was a man of 707-869-2107. A. E. Gremillion is a notary public of He is a typical Frenchman, with dark blue eyes, and is a good specimen of manhood. The County has Marksville as its seat and the County was created March 31, 1807. From the fall of Vicksburg to the dose of the war he was engaged as the special agent of the treasury department of the Confederate States to receive money at Inland steam navigation rapidly expanded in the following decades. for two years, was mayor of the town one term, and was alderman for six years. In the 1725 1770 period under French rule, early pioneers and settlers from Pointe Coupe and Natchitoches Parishes and surrounding areas began to settle in the area. Mr. Kemper is a scholarly, refined gentleman of more than ordinary ability, and citizen who is honored and respected. His widow was sixty-seven years of age at the time of her death in 1888. Hon. Building no more existing. which State they were married. His decisions were rendered after (he most He was born in Auch, France, in 1842, and is the son of Emeric and Berthe (Gardere) de Nux, natives also of France. He then located at Marksville, and there began practicing. Judge Thomas Overton, after ..acquiring the rudiments of an education in this State, was sent to the University of Virginia, Sam Houston visited while in the area soliciting funds for his Texas army. Historic American Buildings Survey, Creator. Mr. Tanner is a native of this State, born in 1804, and is a son of E. L. and Alice Winifred (Glaze) Tanner, both of whom were also born in this State, being here reared, the education of the father being obtained in the State of Virginia. Dr. Fox is a young Mr. Lemoine is one of the successful business men and leading citizens of Avoyelles Parish. Connie ran for the position of Clerk in the October 12, 2019 Election and was successfully elected as Avoyelles Parish Clerk of Court beginning her term on July 1, 2020. Mr. Ewell St Elizabeth Catholic Parish 14095 Woodland Dr Guerneville CA 95446 (707) 869-2107 http://santarosacatholic.org/parishes/elizabeth2.html In the beginning of 1802 he enlisted in Boone's battery as a private, and later was promoted to sergeant. A. V. Saucier is the present efficient assessor of Avoyelles Parish, La., his Cotton plantations before and after the Civil War were established along the Bayou de Glaises loop. have, within the last, few years made such rapid strides as that of the profession The different members of this family spell their names differently; of medicine, and among the young but very successful physicians of Avoyelles Parish, La., who Convillion, was a native of the parish of Avoyelles, and a member of one of the largest and best families of Louisiana. (Cullom) Frith, the birth of the former occurring in the State of Mississippi. Convillions of this parish are all descendants of three brothers, who came here from Canada about the year 1795. His birth Hon. The father was a well-known business man of Deep River, Conn., but when just in the prime of life, at the age of forty-two years, he was called to his long home, his demise occurring in 1857. He is still living on the Teche, planting and merchandising. his home is spacious and comfortable, his wife who has a great, fondness for flowers, has ornamented the home surroundings. born and reared a Democrat, in 1807 he was elected a member of the police jury, and by that body was made president. been a member of the police jury, and is a representative citizen of Avoyelles Parish. Another two properties were once listed but have been removed. xxHe was in the army of Tennessee, and took part in nearly all the bottles from Bowling Green, through East and Middle Tennessee, Alabama and Mississippi, either as scout, or advanced picket. Mr. Prescott began business for himself as a planter in 1874, The father was reared and received a collegiate education in his native city. However, the data should be checked for the particular surname to see the extent of the matching. he has met with more than an average degree of success, and is now the possessor West was educated in Keatchie College, Keatchie, La., and after his efforts. Regiment, going out as sergeant and serving in Bragg's Army. Biographical and Historical Memoirs of Northwest Eloi Joffrion, planter, Mansura, La. At the age of twenty-one be Upland or green seeded cotton was not a commercially important crop until the invention of an improved cotton gin in 1793. 185). Now the school has a large attendance, and is in a flourishing condition. He afterward sold out and moved to Avoyelles Parish, locating on the Atchafalaya at Simmesport, where he acquired a fair trade. He and family are members of the Baptist Church, in which they are active workers and esteemed (As a side note, by 1960, 100 years later, the Parish was listed The Spanish were in control of Louisiana from 1762 1800 and established Poste de la Avoyelles in 1783 at Marksville to administer to the governmental affairs of the people. for a mouth. thus engaged is mainly duo to his honesty, enterprise and the confidence which and is a son of A. and Eliza M. (Hoffatt) Owens the former a native of Ireland, and the mother of States that saw more significant increases in colored population during that time, and Mr. Joffrion has served as a member of the police jury for a period aggregating twenty-five years, and has been its president during the whole length of time. done much to add to the commercial reputation of the Parish of Avoyelles. thought, and action (ban in Germany." . He is now deceased. To his marriage have been born nine children: Amedee, Amanda (wife of Arcade Rabalais), Gelcina (wife of P. Rabalais), Ezilda (wife of Arcade La Cour), J. D., Anna (wife of F. J. Beyt), Clara (wife of D. C. Chaliau), Mary and Eugene (wife of E. N. Dufour). Census data West was born in Avoyelles Parish, La., September 28, 1808, to Isham and E. C. (O'Quinn) West, both of whom were born, reared, educated and married in this State, the former being a planter by occupation. Owing to the able and efficient manner in which he graduated from Charleston Medical College. his brother John, who was the father of Chief Justice Marshall. [1], Avoyelles Parish Courthouse312 N Main Street Marksville, LA 71351Phone: 318.253.9208 Parish Clerk has marriage and land records from 1908, probate records from 1925, court records from 1929, divorce records from 1939 and military records from 1886 . In 1884 he was elected judge of the Twelfth Judicial District of Louisiana, comprising the parishes of Avoyelles, distinction at the bar by his talents and eloquence, winning a well earned endeavors. the Library of Congress because of rights considerations, but you have access to larger size images on interest in local and State affairs. In 1872 an addition was constructed on the left side of the original structure creating an open dogtrot. He operated a farm and continued as overseer until 1852, since which time he has devoted his time to his plantation. Both paternal and maternal grandparents came to this country and settled under the old French regime. the appreciation in which they are held than has Dr. Rabalais. He has a typical home in Marksville, which is adorned with all that taste can suggest or money purchase, in which he and family live in the lordly style of the opulent George L. Mayer, druggist and merchant, Marksville, La. Mr. Joffrion is well known in south," which was highly commended. During the Civil War era, Avoyelles had military action as witnessed at Fort DeRussy (Marksville), the Battle of Mansura, and the Battle of Yellow Bayou (Simmesport). He bought the tract of land upon which Bunkie is now located, cut out the cane, and began planting. This page has been viewed 31,930 times (982 via redirect). a convenience, and may not be complete or accurate. . The father received his final summons in 1840, and the mother in 1852. Dr. E. de Nux received his education at Toulouse College and at St. Barbe, Paris, but received his medical education in the last named city. The Catholic religion is predominant. having been one of the founders and largest stockholders in Evergreen Home Institute. has the utmost confidence of all with whom he comes in con tact, for be is the information on numbers of African Americans on the 1870 census who were enumerated with the same surname. merchant of Bunkie, La., he has built up a large paying trade He was born in St. The 1860 U.S. Census Slave Schedules for Avoyelles Parish, Louisiana (NARA microfilm series M653, Roll 427) reportedly includes a total of 7,185 slaves. by whom he also has three children: Louise, Zepherine find Douglas. When a young man, he was married in Halifax County, to Miss Rebecca Hunt, of one of the old Virginia families, and a cousin of Mimmiken Hunt, who was the first minister to the United States from the Republic of Texas. He was married in 1875 to Miss Mary E. Day, a daughter of Dr. E. H. Day of Baton Rouge, a practicing physician of that city, and professor of the Polytechnic School of New Orleans. Many slaves were skilled blacksmiths, masons, and carpenters who were often contracted out. A. He went out as orderly sergeant, and was promoted to sergeant-major after the battle of Shiloh. Mr. Ganthier has long been recognized as identified with the business interests of the parish, and has always taken au active part in every measure or enterprise for its good. She and her husband were both members of the Physical rights are retained by the State Library of Louisiana. In the beginning of 1863 Mr. Howard enlisted in Company B. Eighth Louisiana To his marriage were born four children: W. K.; C. H., Aloysia and Joyce. Through his instrumentality he raised the growth of cotton from 718 to over 7,000 bales per year, and he also took au active part in building up the This National Park Service list is complete through NPS recent listings posted February 24, 2023. The Louisiana Digital Library platform has been developed by LSU Libraries on behalf of the Louisiana Digital Consortium. Cropland and pasture accounts for 52 percent and woodlands, 34 percent. his State, and wields a strong influence far beyond the borders of his own parish, and is looked upon as one of the leading politicians in this section of the country, and, if he accepts it, will no doubt be made the recipient of future honors in Contributing 1901 Doctor's Office seems to be no more in existence. The elder Prescott removed to Louisiana when seventeen years of age, and followed blacksmithing a short time previous to buying the plantation where William M.. Jr., now resides. He was a planter by occupation. Henry Monroe H. Ward is a resident of Tilden, La., but, was born in Adams County, Miss. He was born in Louisville, Ky., in 1849, to Thomas J. and Sallie (Roane) Thorpe, the former of whom was reared and educated in the Hoosier State, removing to Kentucky when a young man. PLANTATION NAMES. it is beyond the scope of this transcription. existence of the political turmoil which followed in Louisiana, he battled faithfully for his party. Due to variable film quality, handwriting Each institution contributes the digital items and the descriptive text for their collections. Dr. W. D, Hatis was reared in the Creole State, attended private schools in the same, was in Mississippi Military Institute for two years, and graduated from Tulane University, La., in 1883. having previously managed his plantation in having regained his health, but still under furlough, volunteered his services to Col. Bagbie, and in the first battle near Opelousas captured the commander of the Thirteenth Army Corps, United States Army. This is a list of the National Register of Historic Places listings in Avoyelles Parish, Louisiana. addressed in this transcription. The three others, Rosa Lula, Percival Clarence and Clysse Ursula, are aged respectively, and also taught school for some time, He was assessor and register of the parish The Louisiana Digital Library is a service provider only and has no authority to grant permission to publish or supply high-resolution images. The mother is still living and is a resident of Mansura. the mother's native State. Dr. Ducote and his wife are the parents of three children: Joseph Richard (attending Spring Hill College), and Ethel Lee and Beatrice (attending the Convent of Mr. Eegard began the mercantile business the same year of his marriage, at, this [dace, with a limited capital, and has been very successful. He was not active in political affairs. endeavors to succeed in life have resulted satisfactorily, and as a shrewd Dupuir, Heary Derivas, M A Dec 29, 1859 Dupuir, Jeronie D Dauzat, Marie V Miss Anna E. Normand is an independent and self reliant business woman, and relies entirely upon her own efforts for what she possesses. Martin Following the holder list is a separate list of the surnames of the holders with thousands upon thousands of persons are furnished remunerative employment. in 1886 began merchandising in East Feliciana Parish for himself, and there Henrietta Convillion was the only living daughter of He has a large cotton-gin on his He enlisted in the Confederate Army, Company I, Eighteenth Louisiana Builder was Mr. Jonathan Koen. He is possessed of that untiring energy, vim and business push, which is characteristic of the New Englander, and his birth occurring on September ,22, 1800, and he is the son of Leander F. and Adaline (Cainletean) For years he has been mayor of Evergreen, and has always been interested in local politics. Sanborn Fire Insurance Map from Bunkie, Avoyelles Parish, Louisiana. The Doctor was the first, Creole graduate of S. S. Pearce grew to mature years in the Creole State, and received his education at Centenary College, Jackson, La. It has always been his aim to conduct a straightforward business, and that be has always done so is fully verified when the fact, is known that his annual sales amount to from $18,000 to $20,000. He was in the battle of Mansfield, and was at Alexandria at the time of the surrender. South Carolina, respectively. He was born in Bedford County, Tenn., August 14, 1814, grew to mature years in that State, and there received his education. The paternal grandfather was a native of Georgia, and (he maternal grandfather was a native of North Carolina, and was ti surveyor by profession. Masonic fraternity. In the year 1801 he went out as was born in Marksville, La., to L. P. and Mary (Voinche) Normand, the former a native of Louisiana, and the hitter of Paris, France. La., is one of the successful business men of the parish, and has At the ago of Land records include: deeds, abstracts and indexes, mortgages, leases, grants and land patents. Joseph Rabalais, his [citation needed], Transportation at the time was extremely limited. B. The Freed slaves, if listed in the next census, in 1870, would have been reported The father was a fanner and was quite a prominent man. the original in color by citing the Call Number listed above and including the catalog having remained in the service of the Government a number of years, he came to He delivered addresses before the Louisiana After returning and spending a short time in Natchitoches, he came to Marksville, where he once more engaged in " teaching the young ideas how to shoot. Service men in Avoyelles Parish, Louisiana Genealogy served in various regiments. (subject) now resides. 9. In the public and private school of Avoyelles Parish, La., E. E. Tanner was educated, for some years thereafter being engaged in planting in this parish, an occupation to which he was reared. Catholics. This lady, who was exceptionally talented and refined, died November 27, 1889, at the age of twenty-nine years, her untimely demise being deeply mourned by all. Mrs. Joffrion lived only eighteen months after marriage, and left no issue. elegant residence on it. Dr. Roy is a young Judge Overton took a deep interest in till public enterprises, and was otio of the chief projectors of the In January, 1874, Mr. Her present position in life has young. Her establishment is handsomely appointed and very attractive, find as her stock is large, varied, and disposed of at reasonable rates, she has a most liberal share of public favor. He then began clerking in a mercantile establishment, and continued in that capacity that year, but since then has been engaged in business for himself. After the Civil War, railroads took over most of the hauling of goods. having removed to this city at the age of sixteen years, at which place he entered the law office of E. H. Thorpe & Thomas J. Rebellion, enlisting from St. Landry Parish in Company K, Eighteenth Louisiana methods, together with energy and shrewd business tactics, he has acquired an extensive land area, embracing at least 2,000 acres, with 050 acres under cultivation. candidate for both houses of the Legislature. honesty. His command was disbanded at Natchitoches. diligence. first battle of Manassas and at Appomattox Court House. If only black-and-white ("b&w") sources are listed and you desire a copy showing The County is located in the east central area of the state. County histories may include biographies, church, school and government history, and military information. Before clerking he was printer and deputy clerk for about one year, and worked two years in a drug store of his brother-in-law. J. T. Johnson. Dr. Pearce is Avoyelles Parish, for be wdio bears it is a native born resident of the parish, He was for many years president of the board of trustees of [citation needed]. this place has since conducted a flourishing business. Mayenx), Noemie (wife of L. P. Roy), J. U. and Athalie. slaveholder at the time of the 1870 census and they may have still been living in the same State or Parish. He inherited about $3,000, but to-day be is the owner of land valued at not less than $40,0110, some of the land finely improved, and a large amount of live stock on hand. He began improving his plantation and was one of the first members of the Legislature from St. Landry Parish. . removed with his parents in childhood. A. D. Lafargue was In 1SO0 Mr. Lafargue became the editor and proprietor of the Pelican, which afterward became the Marksville Villager and this he continued to publish In 1883 he He is at present, a member of the police jury or Ward No. Denomination / Affiliation: Roman Catholic. have reared five orphan children to honorable manhood and womanhood. He and his worthy wife are both members of the Episcopal Church. The French of Avoyelles is therefore derived from standard 1850 Parisian French and is different from the Acadian (Frenchmen) who are primarily in southwest Louisiana. Besides the necessity of river transportation, the ground near the rivers and old river channels contained the best agricultural land, where the sandy and silty soil settled, increasing the height of the natural levees. Listed below are companies that were specifically formed in Avoyelles Parish, Louisiana Genealogy: The following Civil War battles were fought in Avoyelles Parish:[6]. His wife was a Virginian by birth, a grand-daughter of Chief Justice Gen. Lee, and in the LSU Libraries' Technology Initiatives: lsudiglib@lsu.edu. After retiring from active service he became adjutant- major of the National Guards of the department des Basses Pyrenees, and died at the age of seventy-five years. under cultivation, yielding from 400 to 500 bales of cotton annually. Hon. has since received his attention. The Daniel B. Hudson is one of the prominent names that make up the Cotton plantations before and after the Civil War were established along the Bayou de Glaises loop. sketch. Mr. Irion lost his first wife in 1878, and in 1875) be wedded Miss Alice Mort, of Now Orleans. House was moved and restored in 1999. There is also a cemetery on the property. 189 of the A. F. & A. M. of Evergreen. The 1860 Avoyelles Parish Slave Schedule Epps's 1860 U.S. Census Slave Schedule cites a total of 12 slavesjust four more than he owned a decade prior. The father was given common-school advantages and made the occupation of planting his chief calling through life, but was, for a short time, engaged in merchandising in Cottonport. and Louisiana, respectively. The surviving plantation homes range from relatively modest dwellings to opulent mansions, some containing original furnishings and many with period furniture. SOURCES. William Hall, His father, Joseph Joffrion was thorough agriculturist, and he is a man of industry and enterprise. CLAIM THIS LISTING Are you on staff at this church? He has acquired nearly all He is a He is a young while the "colored" population had dropped 15% to 6,175. Where did these freed slaves go? Avoyelles Parish, in central Louisiana, takes its name from Avoyels Indians, and we commemorate our Native American as well as French Creole heritage. He left his native country for America in 1868, located in New Orleans, where be practiced his profession for one year, and then, 1869, he removed to Marksville, where he still continues to practice. The father of the subject of this sketch was Judge John H. Overton, who was a native of North Carolina, but who came to this State at an early age, where he figured conspicuously as lawyer, judge, and an enterprising, public-spirited citizen. He followed the occupation of farming in his native State until his removal to M. R. Marshall is one of Avoyelles Parish's successful planters, but was born in Fredericksburg, Va., May 25), 1825, to Horace and Elizabeth (Hieskell) Marshall, they being also natives of the Old Dominion. his service on account of ill health, but afterward did valuable service at home in defending the country from the depredations of stragglers from both armies. Men often joined a company (within a regiment) that originated in their county. In 1872 an addition was constructed on the left side of the original structure creating an open dogtrot. sound and intelligent views. Waggaman. He, died in his native State in 187(5, when in his eighty-ninth year, and the mother died in the same State in 1864. In 1800 he was married to Mrs. Zelino Escnde. E. J. Joffrion was born in Mansura, Avoyelles Parish, La., on February 7, 1838. very successful practitioner of Evergreen is Dr. Pearce, who was born in that town in 1857, and who has the confidence of the many among whom The above mentioned gentleman is one of the most, successful and prominent physicians in this part of Louisiana, and is ever to be found b}r the bedside of sick and suffering humanity. with marked ability until 1868. Larger plantations were noted in the Bunkie area with added sugar cane farming. He is a most energetic, enterprising and occurred in France on May II, 1838, and is a son of Germain find Celeste (Prostdame) Regard, both natives of France. in 1802 Mr. Joffrion responded to the call of the governor of Louisiana for volunteers to defend the city of New Orleans, organized a company and went to that city.
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