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Tag: Jimmie Rodgers

Jimmie Rodgers Performs in West Monroe!

April 1st, 1930, the "Father of Country Music" himself, performed in a tent show in West Monroe. I never knew this! Here is what the Ouachita Citizen had to say a few days later: Edit: May 19, 2023 - My best guess is that this was held at the old Ouachita Valley Fairgrounds where the … Continue reading Jimmie Rodgers Performs in West Monroe! →

ouachitaparishhistory Uncategorized Leave a comment May 2, 2023May 19, 2023 1 Minute
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