Poetry reading by David Middleton at Saline Library, October 16, 10:00-11:00 a.m.

SALINE BRANCH LIBRARY

Invites you to join us for a Poetry Reading by

DR. DAVID MIDDLETON

Thursday, October 16, 2014

10:00-11:00 a.m.

As a child in the 1950s and 1960s, Dr. Middleton spent many summers, weekends, and holidays in Saline visiting his maternal grandparents, Henderson Edward and Mary Emma Sudduth.  Mr. Sudduth was mayor of Saline and president of the Bank of Saline.  The old bank building has been remodeled and now serves as the Saline Branch in the Bienville Parish Library System.

For more information, please contact the library at 318.576.8990.

 

72. Interview with writer O'Neil De Noux

72.  We talk to O’Neil De Noux, a prolific novelist from New Orleans. Although most of De Noux’s fiction falls under the mystery genre, critics describe his work as character-driven crime fiction, he has published stories in many disciplines beyond the mystery, including historical fiction, children’s fiction, mainstream fiction, science-fiction, fantasy, horror, western, literary, religious, romance, humor and erotica.  Today we talk to him about his work as a police detective and his detective fiction.  In a few weeks, we will talk to him again about his Battle of New Orleans historical novel, Battle Kiss.  In the meantime, try a sample of his work, "Women Are Like Streetcars."

1. This week in Louisiana history. October 7, 1829. Gov. Derbigny suffers fatal accident when thrown from carriage.
2. This week in New Orleans history. October 4, 1884. The University of Louisiana becomes The Tulane University of Louisiana.
3. This week in Louisiana. 
   Festivals Acadiens et Creoles
   October 10th, 2014 - October 12th, 2014
   Girard Park
   500 Girard Park, Lafayette, LA 70503
   800-346-1958
   http://www.festivalsacadiens.com/
   Girard Park
   Festivals Acadiens et Creoles started in 1972 as an effort to keep Cajun culture alive. Since then it has grown into a three day event that attracts people of many different nationalities from all over the world. Whether you're amongst the young or the young at heart, you can bet that Festivals Acadiens has something that will tickle your fancy. Come join us for good music, good food, and good times!
   
4. Battle of New Orleans  September 21, 1814. NO. XVII.  
   Head-quarters, 7th military district, Mobile, September 21, 1814.
   To the free coloured inhabitants of Louisiana.
   To every noble-hearted, generous freeman of colour, volunteering to serve during the present contest with Great Britain, and no longer, there will be paid the same bounty in money and lands, now received by the White soldiers of the United States, viz. one hundred and twenty-four dollars in money, and one hundred and sixty acres of land. The non-commissioned officers and privates will also be entitled to the same monthly pay and daily rations, and clothes furnished to any American soldier.
   On enrolling yourselves in companies, the major-general commanding will select officers for your government, from your white fellow citizens. Your non-commissioned officers will be appointed from among yourselves.
   
   Andrew Jackson,
   Major-general commanding.

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71. Interview with Katherine van Wormer, co-author of The Maid Narratives. Part 2.

71.  Part 2 of our interview with Katherine van Wormer, co-author of The Maid Narratives.  She and her co-writers have traveled through Iowa interviewing African-American women who moved there from the South and worked as domestics -- maids, cooks, etc.  We focus on the women from Louisiana who moved there and discuss the ways their lives changed and the ways they didn't.  We especially talk about Irene Williams, who moved to Iowa from the North Louisiana towns of Springhill and Minden.

1. This week in Louisiana history.  Sept. 28 1868 The Opelousas Massacre occurred in Louisiana in which an estimated 200 to 300 black Americans were killed
2. This week in New Orleans history.  Sept. 27, 1902. New Orleans streetcar employees strike for 8-hr days and 25 cent per hour minimum wage.
3. This week in Louisiana.
   Tangipahoa Parish Fair "The Oldest Fair in the State"
   October 1st, 2014 - October 5th, 2014
   Tangipahoa Parish Fair Grounds
   404 Reid Ave., Amite, LA 70422
   800-542-7520
   http://tangifair.org/
   Arts & Crafts, Live Music, Pioneer Town, Indian Village, School Exhibits, Carnival Rides and Livestock Show. Come on out for a "Good ole Time"!
   
   Arts & Crafts, Live Music, Pioneer Town, Indian Village, School Exhibits, Carnival Rides and Livestock Show. Come on out for a "Good ole Time"! - See more at: http://www.louisianatravel.com/la-events/tangipahoa-parish-fair#sthash.yOcvfjDu.dpuf
   Arts & Crafts, Live Music, Pioneer Town, Indian Village, School Exhibits, Carnival Rides and Livestock Show. Come on out for a "Good ole Time"! - See more at: http://www.louisianatravel.com/la-events/tangipahoa-parish-fair#sthash.yOcvfjDu.dpufdd
4. Battle of New Orleans  September 21, 1814.   NO. XVI. 
   PROCLAMATION.
   Head-quarters, seventh military district,
   Mobile, September 21st, 1814.
   Louisianians!
   The base, the perfidious Britons have attempted to invade your country — they had the temerity to attack fort Bowyer with their incongruous horde of Indians and negro assassins — they seemed to have forgotten that this fort was defended by freemen — they were not long indulged in their error — the gallant Lawrence, with his little spartan band, has given them a lecture that will last for ages; he has taught them what men can do when fighting for their liberty, when contending against slaves. He has convinced sir W. H. Percy that his companions in arms are not to be conquered by proclamations; that the strongest British bark is not invulnerable to the force of American artillery, directed by the steady nervous arm of a freeman.

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70. Interview with Katherine van Wormer, co-author of The Maid Narratives. Part 1.

70.  Part 1 of our interview with Katherine van Wormer, co-author of The Maid Narratives.  She and her co-writers have traveled through Iowa interviewing African-American women who moved there from the South and worked as domestics -- maids, cooks, etc.  We focus on the women from Louisiana who moved there and discuss the ways their lives changed and the ways they didn't.  We especially talk about Irene Williams, who moved to Iowa from the North Louisiana towns of Springhill and Minden.

1. This week in Louisiana history. September 20 1885 Birthday of pianist Ferdinand "Jelly Roll" Morton in New Orleans, Louisiana. MORE
2. This week in New Orleans history.
   "City of New Orleans" Writer
   Steven Benjamin Goodman Dies
   September 20, 1984
3. This week in Louisiana.
   September 24-28
   Louisiana Sugar Cane Festival A midway of treats, games of chance, rides, shows of arts and crafts, flowers and photography. Admission: Free for many events. Cover charge for some dances. New Iberia, 337.369.9323.
   
4. Battle of New Orleans  September 21, 1814. NO. XV.
   At a meeting of the committee of public defence on the 21st September, 1814,
   On motion, resolved, that a sabre, with a suitable inscription and proper emblems, be presented to major W. Lawrence, as a testimonial of the sense which is entertained of his skill and gal-, lantry in the defence of fovt Bowyer, and in the repulse of the enemy's squadron and forces before that place.
   Ordered, that the chairman communicate a copy of this resolution to major Lawrence, with a request that he will convey to the brave officers and men under his command, the expression of gratitude which is felt for the important service they have rendered to this state, as well as to the United States.   Edward Livingston, chairman.

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69. Interview with Max Johansson, creator of the Below Board podcast

69.  Interview with Max Johansson, creator of the Below Board podcast. Max lives in Sweden, and he has collaborators in Louisiana to create this old-fashioned police drama set in the New Orleans of yesterday.  Max has created an alternate history line that is somewhat different from ours, and has allowed us to post his first episode script at the Louisiana Anthology.  Read it and look for the clues to solve the crime and the clues to what makes this world different.

1. This week in Louisiana history. September 12, 1719 Superior Council set up with 12 members MORE
2. This week in New Orleans history. Dixieland jazz clarinetist Lawrence James "Larry" Shields was born in uptown New Orleans on September 13, 1893.
   
3. This week in Louisiana.
   September 18-21
   New Orleans Burlesque Festival
   Drawing talent from around the world, the festival features performances, workshops, panel discussions, a competition, and appearances by legendary stars from the past. Admission: $22-$50. Harrah's New Orleans, 8 Canal St., and House of Blues, 225 Decatur St., New Orleans, 504.975.7425, email neworleansburlesque@yahoo.com.    
4. Battle of New Orleans  September 19, 1814.  NO. I. Vice-admiral Cochrane to the secretary of state. His B. M. ship Tonnant, in the Chesapeake, Sept. 19, 1814.
   Sir — I had the honour to receive your letter of the 6th inst. this morning, in reply to the one which I addressed to you from the Patuxent.
   As I have no authority from my government to enter npon any kind of discussion relative to the points contained in your letter, I have only to regret that there does not appear to be any hope that I shall be authorized to recall my general order; which has been further sanctioned by a subsequent request from lieutenant-general sir George Provost.
   A copy of your letter will this day be forwarded by me to England, and until I receive instructions from my government the measures which I have adopted must be persisted in: unless remuneration be made to the inhabitants of the Canadas for the injuries they have sustained from the outrages committed by the troops of the United States.
   I have the honour to be, &c.     
   Alex. Cochrane.

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68. Discussion of Elizabeth Custer's Memoir, Part 2.

68.   Part 2 of our discussion of Tenting on the Plains by Elizabeth Custer, the widow of General George Armstrong Custer. The Custers spent some time in Louisiana immediately after the end of the Civil War, and we discuss the portion of the book that covers their adventures in the Pelican State.

1. This week in Louisiana history. September 1, 1715. King Louis XIV died
2. This week in New Orleans history. Elks Approve First Truck Parade.  September 6, 1934
    Story by Buddy Stall.  As early as the 19th century, people decorated carriages, wagons, milk carts and other rolling stock, donned costumes, and with liquid refreshments and food to sustain them for the day headed for the crowded streets to join fellow revelers.
          The year 1933 was a bleak one for the citizens of New Orleans. Like most Americans, New Orleanians were suffering from the effects of the Great Depression, which followed the stock market crash of 1929. So the approach of Mardi Gras that year filled the city with great anticipation. Perhaps it would get people’s minds off the unpleasant conditions, if only for a day.
   
3. This week in Louisiana.
   September 12-14, 2014
   Shrimp Festival
   The second annual fete features shrimp prepared a multitude of ways, plus other food, music, games, and sports. Admission: $2 for attendees age 12 and older. Shrimp Festival Grounds (Meraux), 2501 Archbishop Hannan Blvd., Meraux, 504.278.4296.
4. Battle of New Orleans  September 8, 1814. NO. XI.  Militia general orders, head-quarters,  New Orleans, September 8th, 1814.   A hope is still cherished that the pending negociation between the United States and Great Britain may eventuate in a peace honourable to both parties; but there is too much reason to apprehend that the enemy feeling power may forget right. Indeed from the information before us, we shall act wisely in preparing for the worst. At this moment a fleet of the enemy is hovering on our coast, and he is assembling a force at Apalachicola, Pensacola, and elsewhere, avowedly for the invasion of Louisiana. We must be prepared to meet him; to dispute every inch of ground; harass him on his march; make a stand at every favourable position, and finally to triumph or lose with our country, our lives. Every individual, therefore, attached to the militia will be in constant readiness for active service — officers of every grade at all times be prepared to repair to their posts, and assume the command which may be assigned them — non-commissioned officers and privates will put their arms, whether muskets, rifles, or shot-guns in the best possible condition, furnish themselves with six flints each, as much powder and ball as can conveniently be carried, and pack in their knapsacks one blanket, one shirt, and one pair of shoes, being the necessary clothing on a march. The greatest vigilance will be observed, and every precaution taken to guard against surprise. Captains and subalterns will keep their field officers advised of every occurrence which interests the public safety, and colonels or officers commanding regiments will communicate the same to the generals of their respective brigades and division, and the general officers to the commander-in-chief. Strong patroles will be ordered on every night, particularly within the city and suburbs of New Orleans and the adjacent counties. 

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67. Discussion of Elizabeth Custer's Memoir, Part 1.

67. Part 1 of our discussion of Tenting on the Plains by Elizabeth Custer, the widow of General George Armstrong Custer. The Custers spent some time in Louisiana immediately after the end of the Civil War, and we discuss the portion of the book that covers their adventures in the Pelican State.

1. This week in Louisiana history. August 29, 2005 Hurricane Katrina makes landfall in the New Orleans/Biloxi area causing an est. $25 billion dollars worth of damage and displacing over 1 million residents.
2. This week in New Orleans history. The Causeway Opens
   August 30, 1956 The original Causeway was a two-lane span (now the southbound span), measuring 23.86 miles in length which opened on this date in 1956 at a cost of $30.7 million. A parallel two-lane span, 1/100th of a mile longer than the original, opened on May 10, 1969 at a cost of $26 million. Each span was the longest over-water bridge in the world when completed.
3. This week in Louisiana. Creole Renaissance Festival The annual fete honors the Creole language, food, community, dance and music. Admission: $5-$15. Yambilee Fairgrounds, 1939 W. Landry St., Opelousas.
4. Battle of New Orleans  September 4, 1814.  NO. V. 
   Letter from Mr. Laffite to Mr. Blanque Barataria.
   4th September, 1814.
   Sir,
   Though proscribed by my adoptive country, I will never let slip any occasion of serving her, or of proving that she has never ceased to be dear to me. . . . I may have evaded the payment of duties to the custom house; but I have never ceased to be a good citizen; and all the offence I have committed, I was forced to by certain vices in our laws. In short, sir, I make you the depository of the secret on which perhaps depends the tranquillity of our country; please to make such use of it as your judgment may direct. I might expatiate on this proof of patriotism, but I let the fact speak for itself. I presume, however, to hope that such proceedings may obtain amelioration of the situation of my unhappy brother, with which view I recommend him particularly to your influence. It is in the bosom of a just man, of a true American, endowed with all other qualities that are honoured in society, that I think I am depositing the interests of our common country, and what particularly concerns myself.  I have the honour to salute you,  J. Laffite.

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