Clean up of the French Quarter sparks preservation clash
In New Orleans the French Quarter faces renovation pressure as restoration aims to revive tourism. Residents and leaders warn against erasing Old World charm, opposing changes like awning removals, pedestrianizing streets, and potential night shows that clash with local identity and landmark value.
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Terry Kirkpatrick
Associated Press
New Orleans
French Quarter
Vieux Carre
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Harnett Kane
Mississippi River
Cafe du Monde
Jackson Square
St. Louis Cathedral
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America
Works Progress Administration
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Moon Landrieu
Son Et Lumiere
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Dick Cavett
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Dear Dick: Southerners laughed at TV shows
Reader letters about Southern stereotyping, fame of The Waltons, a query about Here Come the Brides mountain name, Bruce Lee’s status, Richard Long’s death, and Victor Mature’s current life. The column notes Bruce Lee is dead, Mature is alive at about 60 and living in Pasadena, with no recent acting.
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Frank Sholes
Mobile
Ala
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Jerry Mossor
Mingo Junction
Ohio
Robert Brown
David Soil
Bobby Sherman
Bolt Brothers
the Mountain
Chris Morgan
Bruce Lee
Hagerstown
Richard Long
C. Colvard
Ventura
Victor Mature
Phil Davison
Detroit
Mich
Mature
Pasadena
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