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Manuscript Collections Bordelon, Leonce P., Diaries,
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Bordelon, Leonce P., Diaries, 1876-1931, 2005, 2007. 16 v. Location: J:28. Avoyelles Parish, La., planter. Diaries of Leonce P. Bordelon reflect Louisiana plantation life in rural Avoyelles Parish during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Entries pertain primarily to plantation operations, the effects of climate on those operations, social activities, health and local elections. Some entries in French. For further information, see online catalog. Mss. 4952.
Manuscript Topic
African Americans
Medicine
Plantations
Politics
Record Type
Manuscript Collections
Year
1876
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