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Ouachita Parish History Tidbits

Information on Ouachita parish history and genealogy resources.

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Tag: Neville High School

Christmas Festival Program For Neville High School, December 22, 1931

https://louisianadigitallibrary.org/islandora/object/oplib-orv%3A72 This is a rare little document from our collection. According to the News Star, this was held at Neville High school and after the program the public was invited to tour the brand new school!

Lora Diane Peppers Uncategorized Leave a comment July 8, 2020June 30, 2020 1 Minute

Bob Hope Comes to Monroe

This is a full page ad asking locals to buy War Bonds. This was in 1943, in the middle of WWII. Everyone who did buy a bond, got a free ticket to see Bob Hope at the Neville auditorium! Bob came to Monroe several times over the years, performing at Selman Field, Neville Auditorium and … Continue reading Bob Hope Comes to Monroe →

Lora Diane Peppers Uncategorized Leave a comment February 2, 2020January 29, 2020 1 Minute

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