Scope and Contents While at the University of Southwestern Louisiana, Dr. Dur extensively researched and wrote about the life of Ambassador Jefferson Caffery (1886-1975). Much of this collection stems from the research conducted by Dr. Dur in preparation for his publications, including originals and copies of correspondence and photographs created throughout Ambassador Caffery’s career. For more information about Ambassador Jefferson Caffery, see the Jefferson Caffery Papers (Collection 45) and the Jefferson...

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This collection consists of Dr. Griffin’s personal papers, including writings, speeches, correspondence, and materials he collected reflecting his interest in south Louisiana history, political science, education, and civic affairs. The material collected on local history consists mainly of newspaper clippings, including many written by Mario Mamalakis.

H.L. Griffin and Lucile M. Griffin donated this collection.

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This collection consists of materials dealing with CODOFIL and French in Louisiana. Included are his writings and correspondence, organization minutes, by-laws, publications, and reports dealing with French in Louisiana. His paper entitled "Political Economy Aspects of the Survival of French in Louisiana" was given at Louisiana Academy of Sciences.

Raymond S. Rodgers donated this collection.