Weiss, Seymour, 1896-1969

Seymour Weiss was born in Bunkie, Louisiana. He was the owner and principal manager of the Roosevelt Hotel, 1931-1965 and a confidante of Huey Long, who made the Roosevelt Hotel his New Orleans headquarters. He was treasurer of the Long political organization's secret campaign fund and controlled federal relief funds in Louisiana during the Depression. After Long's death, he continued as a leader in the Long political machine. He was indicted during "the Louisiana Scandals" for tax evasion and mail fraud.

From the description of Seymour Weiss papers, 1896-1972 (bulk 1930-1960). (Louisiana State University). WorldCat record id: 256500515

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