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Ouachita Parish History Tidbits

Information on Ouachita parish history and genealogy resources.

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Tag: Howard Griffin

Howard Griffin, Inc. Receipt

The second Monroe related paper I found was a receipt from Howard Griffin, Inc. with my Dad's name on it! Mom and Dad weren't even married yet! I wonder if they were dating and Granddad just had his daughter's boyfriend take a repair to Monroe for him! Dad lived there at the time.

ouachitaparishhistory Uncategorized Leave a comment January 24, 2020January 21, 2020 1 Minute

Howard Griffin Land O’ Toys

Front of Shirt Back of Shirt I found a couple of shirts last week in a shop on Trenton Street, and they brought back a flood of memories. This one was probably the most meaningful to me. That TV jingle will pop into the head of most everyone who grew up in Monroe, including me! … Continue reading Howard Griffin Land O’ Toys →

ouachitaparishhistory Uncategorized 2 Comments January 4, 2020March 21, 2020 1 Minute
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