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Ouachita Parish History Tidbits

Information on Ouachita parish history and genealogy resources.

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Tag: L.R. Powers

L.R. Powers Cash Grocery

A former colleague of mine, Bob Powers, sent me several photos he has in his collection. One is a photo of an ancestor's place of business, the L.R. Powers Grocery store, he says stood at the corner of Desiard and 6th. He gave me permission to post it. NEAT!

ouachitaparishhistory Uncategorized Leave a comment December 29, 2020December 29, 2020 1 Minute

The First Car in Monroe

Jack Lowe taking Dr. Robert Williams Faulk on his first car ride. Summer, 1907. The above photo was taken at the corner of North 2nd and DeSiard Street. The piano store was Emile Kaliski, which is now the site of the Palace. Behind the men is Dr. Faulk's horse named Charlie. For many years, I … Continue reading The First Car in Monroe →

ouachitaparishhistory Uncategorized 2 Comments June 18, 2019June 11, 2019 1 Minute
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