Abram Feltus Barrow family papers, 1804-1982.

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Abram Feltus Barrow family papers, 1804-1982.

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Papers mainly document the business interests of the Barrow family and their involvement with various fraternal orders. Records of the People's Bank, St. Francisville, and the Creole Oil and Mineral Co. reflect the involvement of the Barrow and Leake families. Photographs represent family members and fraternal gatherings. Also included are records of St. John's Church, West Feliciana, and a contract for the construction of Highland Plantation.

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Louisiana State University, LSU Libraries

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SNAC Resource ID: 7129398

Louisiana State University, LSU Libraries

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United States. Army. Medical Corps. Division, 15th. Infantry, 57th.

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