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Prohibition Lecture Video

Posted on November 29, 2013 by sally

My lecture on Prohibition went well! Here is the link to the video that the Old U.S. Mint shot. It’s divided into 5 sections with a brief description of each one. Prohibition Video Things I have learned – watch the … Continue reading →

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Unwanted Penance

Posted on November 12, 2013 by sally

My lecture on the history of Prohibition in New Orleans is Thursday, November 14th at the Old U.S. Mint, 400 Esplanade. Free reception at 6PM sponsored by Old New Orleans Rum. They will be serving up tasty (and strong) rum … Continue reading →

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The ABC’s of New Orleans

Posted on September 24, 2013 by sally

As I have mentioned in previous posts, Charles “Pie” Dufour is turning out to be one of my favorite local historians. He makes no illusions about the fact that he rarely uses primary sources, instead writing from other trustworthy scholars, … Continue reading →

Posted in General, History, Mardi Gras, New Orleans, Politics, Research, Uncategorized | Tagged audubon, bienville, canal, history, Houmas, La Salle, Mardi Gras, New Orleans, newcomb, nola, pie dufour, pontalba, st. louis, touro, ulloa | Leave a comment

Louisiana History Alive’s Manifest Destiny!

Posted on September 22, 2013 by sally

Here is some information on an event that not only has some of my friends in it, but is also an incredibly awesome event (what can I say, I have incredibly awesome friends). I have helped them with some PR, … Continue reading →

Posted in History, New Orleans, Research | Tagged actors, chris lane, french quarter, historical, history, lha, louisiana history alive, New Orleans, new wave, nola, paris room, tulane, veronica russell, wwoz | Leave a comment

Progress….

Posted on June 6, 2013 by sally

I am officially 1/4 through writing my book about New Orleans street signs for the History Press. Of course, I am taking into account that I will probably need to edit/cut about 10,000 to 20,00 words but… DAMN! This month … Continue reading →

Posted in Graduate School, History, Hope and New Orleans, New Orleans, Research | Tagged book hope and new orleans, buddy bolden, dallai lama. new orleans, history, louisiana cultural vistas, Photography | Leave a comment

Second book progress down!

Posted on April 23, 2013 by sally

Bullet Points on the Past Couple of Crazy Weeks March 30th – ran the Crescent City Classic. The whole damn thing! And felt GOOD! After only a few weeks of training. The problem is I will have to cease my … Continue reading →

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First Progress Report

Posted on March 15, 2013 by sally

Well, I turned in my first monthly progress report for my book and got some good feedback from my editor. Movin’ along! I would say I am about 8-10% done. Right on schedule. Here are some things I learned (and … Continue reading →

Posted in History, Hope and New Orleans, New Orleans, Photography, Research | Tagged history, hope and new orleans, joy jackson, prohibition, richard campanella, roosevelt hotel, sazerac bar, street signs, weis | Leave a comment

Krewe of Barkus article

Posted on February 6, 2013 by sally

Costumed dogs parading around the French Quarter. What is not to love? The Krewe of Barkus is the annual Mardi Gras dog parade. Allegedly, it was founded in 1992 when Tom Wood was at a Margaret Orr Fan Club meeting (I love … Continue reading →

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The “First” Mardi Gras Parade in New Orleans

Posted on January 18, 2013 by sally

I have read various articles that state that the first Mardi Gras walking “parade” was in 1837. Arthur Hardy stated that the parade consisted of “walking revelers.” But after a quick internet skim, I could not find a date, nor … Continue reading →

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Mardi Gras 1838

Posted on January 17, 2013 by sally

In honor of Carnival season, here is a little article about Mardi Gras in 1838. Mardi Gras Yesterday was a jolly time in our city. The grand cavalcade which passed through the principal streets were an enteratining sight – being … Continue reading →

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