Excerpt from Facts and Photographs of Calcasieu Parish (a County of Louisiana) And the City of Lake Charles the Parish Seat
If you do, you can get it. If you are a farmer, mechanic, clerk, professional man or business man and will come to Calcasieu Parish and farm according to modern cultural methods, following closely the United States Department of Agriculture''s specific instructions, you can''t fail. Others are doing it, why not you? Raise rice for your money crop and hogs, sheep, cattle or dairying, and you will surely attain a position of affluence.
If you are coming South during the Winter do not fail to stop at any of the Calcasieu Parish towns, where you will find a most cordial welcome and concrete instances of what Calcasieu Parish will give you if you treat it right.
Come to Calcasieu Parish, where the struggle for existence is modified - where you don''t have to farm against climate.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book invites readers to journey back in time to discover the captivating story of Lake Charles and Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana, as it unfolded during the early 20th century. The author paints a vibrant picture of a region on the cusp of transformation, where a rich tapestry of agriculture, industry, and natural beauty intertwined. The book delves into the remarkable growth of this southwestern Louisiana landscape, highlighting the rapid expansion of rice farming, the burgeoning oil and sulfur industries, and the promise of diversified agriculture. Readers will be captivated by detailed accounts of the area's diverse crops, ranging from corn and cotton to sugarcane and citrus fruits, and by the emergence of cattle ranching and commercial poultry raising. Beyond the economic transformation, the author also explores the community's social fabric, including its schools, churches, and recreational opportunities. From the bustling commercial center of Lake Charles to the tranquil waters of Prien Lake and Grand Lake, the reader is given a glimpse into the lives of the people who called this region home, a testament to the enduring spirit of a community in transition. This book serves as a compelling chronicle of a time when a once-remote corner of Louisiana was forging a new identity in the midst of rapid change. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9780243908103_0
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