SC: And when do you expect to be able to reach them? Inc, Catalogue Of Coins In The Panjab Museum Lahore Vol I, Northwick Collection Of Coins And Medals Comprising The Greek Series, Fi, Catalogue Of Oriental Coins In The British Museum Vol V: The Coins Of Th, The Coins Of The Sultns Of Dehli In The British Museum, Catalogue Of The Valuable Collection Of Coins And Medals, The Property O, 2023 - WorthPoint Corporation | 5 Concourse Parkway NE, Suite 2900. (AccuWeather / Bill Wadell). SC: And I take it you're getting calls from residents as well. JavaScript is disabled. The authorities had rescued more than 70 people in Jean Lafitte and surrounding communities. "I had never found a silver coin. One of the men was found living in east Texas where he had bought a farm. after Hurricane Ida. Great story! I still have no idea if it was really a JL marker, or if so, it treasure was ever found. They're scared because they've never seen this, Leorwald said. "The treasure," he added. Mr. Roque felt certain his aunt and uncle, whom he lovingly described as hippies, would be all right. Several small towns in the southern half of the parish, outside the giant storm protection system encircling New Orleans and some of its suburbs, were inundated. Mears told Wadell he doesn't by any means hope for a tropical storm or hurricane to impact New Orleans again, but if such a storm does hit, he expects floodwaters to resurface more artifacts to be discovered. Hurricane Katrina remains one of the worst hurricanes in U.S. history. Kaylee said. Claiborne, and Andrew Jackson during the War of 1812 Jean Lafitte was born in France in 1780. Night-time imagery from Nasa captured the extent of blackouts across the affected area after the storm, with lights knocked out in many places, including New Orleans. "I'm shaking because I'm like, 'There's no way!' Trees and power lines were also brought down. In other areas, rooves of homes and yards are covered in debris post-Ida. The booty of gold and silver bullion amounted to 11,509,524 . Satellite images taken by Maxar on Tuesday shows just how extensive damage is over the Gulf Coast and southern Louisiana. the hardy fishing village of Jean Lafitte. The other went north later over seas where he was killed during WW2. Thats a lot of money for a man who was a laborer just a few years before. I mean it's rare. Some stories to tell about other folks who now, more than ever, need to find a little lost money. You know, this is horrible. I know people must be in a panic. The Treasure Map of Jean Lafitte Edit Main Page Trivia Quotes Gallery The Snake Bracelet of Cleopatra The Lost Love Letter of Captain John Smith The Star of Sultan Saladin The Treasure of Anne Bonny The Keys to the Alhambra Lawrence of Arabia's Headdress The Mussel Shell Armor of Apanuugpak Ponce de Len and the Lost Fountain of Youth Are any of those resources available for these people? http://www.texasescapes.com/DEPARTMENTS/Letters/LettersToEditorDecember2001.htm. "They feel the wind. This hobby became a true passion for Mears after Hurricane Katrina hit the Gulf Coast in 2005. Keep in mind that the Lake was not there it there would be a river in its place. By, UPDATED: Most Of New Orleans Is Without Power Due To Hurricane Ida; More Than 800,000 Without Power In Louisiana, Ida Is Now A Tropical Depression As It Moves Through Mississippi; See Final NHC Advisory, Photos: Scenes From Hurricane Ida's Devastating Path. "That's why we're out here. Items Shane Mears has found along the Mississippi River with a metal detector. Aerial image of Jean Lafitte, La. Aerial image of LaPlace, La. So let's just keep it going," Mears said. Even so, Ida terrified him. This is the first time in my lifetime that I've left back there where I'm not actually looking at it. "This still happens on the Treasure Coast. hide caption. Just pick a state you or any member of your family has ever worked in or played in, type in the name, and within seconds you can find out if this is your lucky dayand it is all absolutely free. Aerial image of LaPlace, La. More a thousand people died, and at least 800,000 were left homeless. Satellite image 2021 Maxar Technologies And meet Gordon White: he may not be your typical Katrina victim. This story was told to me several years ago by a man in his 80 s Back in 1940 or 41 two men hired to clean up around what is said to be Lafittes red house disapeared after a few days. Flooding at a mobile home park in LaPlace. The people that didn't leave, they got some people probably thought they could wait it out, had the resources to leave. So I don't know where it's going to stop. I mean you look at that, it's so accurate," Mears said, referring to AccuWeather MinuteCast, which is a forecast offering that highlights the exact start and end times as well as the intensity of precipitation for precise locations over the next four hours. SC: Thank you so much, Sheriff Rodriguez, I can only imagine what's going through your mind right now, and please stay in touch and keep us updated. And thats when the unclaimed property office found the most remarkable story of all From disabled vet to millionaireBack in the 1970s, Jimmy was a regional supervisor for what was then a small Southern hardware chain named Lowes. You must log in or register to reply here. I love this place built around 1640 . On Whitlow Court, a strip of mobile homes, every truck attempting to drive down the street stirred a wake. The other went north later over seas where he was killed during WW2. Hurricane Nicole unearths possible Native American burial ground. Aerial image of Jean Lafitte, La. Mears has also turned up collectibles from the Louisiana militia in the early to mid-1800s as well as pelican buttons, which are a really rare find, he explained. New Orleans went from having a public school system to having a school system . hide caption. Like so many startled unclaimed property owners, Gordons windfall comes from his dad who kept a secret account. Residents told of hours of harsh winds and rising water as the storm blew through. They've never faced a storm like this before. They have good knowledge of what theyre doing, he said. The town is about 20 miles south of New Orleans. Treasure hunters were out on the beach Friday after Hurricane Nicole turned up the sand, unearthing shiny pieces of Treasure Coast history. after Hurricane Ida hit. MR: I'm hoping tomorrow morning, but to be honest with you, I don't know. Prior to Hurricane Katrina, the public school system of New Orleans was one of the lowest-performing districts in the state of Louisiana. The full extent of the wreckage in places like Houma remained unclear. But he expected fewer actually stayed once they saw Idas strength. Lea Joseph took her children to try to sleep in the trembling car once the power went out; the wind was whipping her house, uprooting trees and peeling roof shingles. But he expected fewer actually stayed once they . Another good book that has some good info on Lafitte is Coronado's Children, by J. Frank Dobie. Satellite image 2021 Maxar Technologies Coastal areas have been particularly badly hit, including the small towns of Jean Lafitte, Barataria, and lower Lafitte. Saving history," New Orleans relic hunter Shane Mears told Wadell. We're excited about it," Mears said. Thats the way I do, help somebody who really needs help and those children are it. (Photo by Sophia Germer, . Reeves: It is my honor and privilege to present to you 14,480 shares of Lowes stock.Lea Thompson, Dateline correspondent: Whats it worth Mr. Treasurer?Reeves: Its worth approximately $950,000 at close of business yesterday. Marcel Rodriguez: I'm hearing that it's not good. Emergency service communications are still extremely limited and more than 18,300 residents are without power, according to the parish. In searching some old newspapers.found a newspaper article from 1935, a full page on Jean Lafitte. This hobby became a true passion for Mears after Hurricane Katrina hit the Gulf Coast in 2005. He told The New York Times he might have his team drop radios by helicopter so deputies on the isle could communicate. Dozens of residents watched as floodwaters advanced, waiting for rescues that did not start until daybreak. Satellite images taken by Maxar on Tuesday show extensive damage along the Gulf Coast and southern Louisiana following the fifth strongest storm to ever hit the US mainland. The feature is available in the free AccuWeather app and on AccuWeather.com. Tree limbs and debris clogged the streets from the Bywater neighborhood to Uptown. When the river levels drop, Mears and his exploration buddy, Susanna French, load up and head out with shovels, a probe and a metal detector. I just don't know what to think. Tropical storms, hurricanes and flooded rivers can be incredibly destructive, but they also help uncover memories from the past. The two-bedroom trailer was wrecked, with only the air-conditioner intact among piles of mangled furniture, kitchen supplies and personal belongings. Oak Island the Strange, the Bizarre, and Maybe the "Truth! At least 15 people were rescued on Tuesday, she said. In an interview with Gulf States Newsroom reporter Shalina Chatlani, Rodriguez details information hes received from police officers working in Jean Lafitte and explains how the situation is likely more catastrophic than when Hurricane Katrina hit the area 16 years ago. Never again, Ms. Joseph said. You are using an out of date browser. I know this thread is quite old now, but I'm wondering if any other information has been discovered about this? We did rescue missions all today, Sheriff Lopinto said. The man who was killed left an estate of 60,000 in cash plus land in Mississippi. John Bel Edwards as of Monday about 80% of all the rescues done Monday were carried out in St. John the Baptist Parish. In his disputed memoir work, Journal de Jean Lafitte, . Treasure hunters seize an opportunity to get an. He was also a ham radio operator. A few New Orleanians had begun venturing out to walk their dogs, ride bikes and assess the state of things early on Monday. It's an actual gold medal, 1859, says it right there, gold medal. In coastal areas, particularly in Jefferson Parish, which includes the small towns of Jean Lafitte, Barataria, and lower Lafitte, floodwaters have taken over entire roads, bridges, and neighborhoods. Images show full neighborhoods, where green yards and roads were before the storm, now submerged under water. It seem to be one less treasure for us to find. No one had heard from the Nolans since Sunday morning, and now the village, along with much of the southeastern Louisiana bayou area, was underwater. Storm-hit New Orleans under curfew amid blackout, In pictures: Hurricane Ida lashes Gulf Coast, Street fighting in Bakhmut but Russia not in control, Saving Private Ryan actor Tom Sizemore dies at 61, Alex Murdaugh's legal troubles are far from over, The children left behind in Cuba's mass exodus, Xi Jinping's power grab - and why it matters, Snow, Fire and Lights: Photos of the Week. Fast moving floodwaters during the hurricane had many residents fleeing to attics and roofs in their home. But I don't think this is going to be a good situation when it's all over. 2023 BBC. Items in the Price Guide are obtained exclusively from licensors and partners solely for our members research needs. "And looking in the river here, you know, when it starts to go down, that's when I need to come out and do my digging.". In other areas gardens and roads were littered with debris. They understand that.. And they got some older folks back after that, I spoke back in. JEFFERSON PARISH, La. Not a bad location to camp, near the river. Hurricane Katrina was among the most destructive storms ever to hit U.S. shores. New Orleans, Louisiana after Hurricane Katrina, as seen in the new documentary Katrina Babies . Jefferson Parish was hit by Hurricane Ida's winds that reached up to 70 mph and floodwater that reportedly reached between 10 to 12 feet, according to New Orleans Public Radio. Hurricane Ian gave her her first taste of treasure. Have a crack at it guys. MR: We've got, I think from what I understand, I think they've got about 200 National Guard, which is that's great but nobody can do anything right now. Lots Of Barbers Listed This Week! Cody Lauricella, a 30-year-old native of bayou country, sailed the 19-foot fishing trawler he usually uses to catch trout and flounder back and forth to Jean Lafitte throughout the day to help people get out. He went all the way to lower Lafitte, he said, but found few takers for a boat ride. Images showed streets under water and gardens submerged. BRITAINS 17474 Pirate Jean Lafitte New Orleans 1815, Britains 17474 Pirate Jean Lafitte Battle Of New Orleans Americana Serie, 1956 Saga Men's Magazine Feb. Issue Jean Lafitte Pirate, 1972 Crescent City Tri Multi Bronze Mardi Gras Doubloon Jean Lafitte Pir, 1950s - 60s Fifth Bombardment Group 4 Jean Lafitte Pirate Patch, Barzso War Of 1812 (Battle Of New Orleans) Jean Lafitte And American Reg, 1814 Pirate Jean Lafitte Barataria Front Pg Louisiana, *Barzso*+*Conte*Cannon~Pewter*Battle O New Orleans Playset Cap Jean Lafi, 1950's - 60's Fifth Bombardment Group 4" Jean Lafitte Pirate Patch, 1960 Spanish Main By Swank Pirate Jean LaFitte Toby-Style Mug, The Coins Of The Greek And Scythic Kings Of Bactria And India In The Bri, Catalogue Of Chinese Coins From The VIIth Cent. before Hurricane Ida hit The coins were attributed to the pirate Jean Lafitte because of the hoard location near his base of operations. The tree has been dated at better than 325 years old. As such, the treasure hunter keeps a close eye on the forecast and levee construction projects protecting the Big Easy to plan each expedition. IE 11 is not supported. It may not display this or other websites correctly. What do you do? SC: It's pretty eerie, and I've heard this from a lot of residents here, that this is happening on the 16th anniversary of Katrina SC: Is this worse, given what you're hearing? Some of the add-ons on this site are powered by. Three days after Hurricane Ida blew through Louisiana, high floodwaters are still causing serious issues to recovery efforts in areas closest to the coastline. This is one 1806 real from the hoard featuring King Charles IV with a Certificate of Authenticity. And I would imagine every one of them's caught back there right now, and I really don't know. "He grabs it out of the pile and we were just sitting there freaking out.". Jean Lafitte Mayor Tim Kerner said the town - 20 miles (32 km) south of New Orleans and outside the city's levee protection system - had suffered "catastrophic" flooding. The one I am thinking of was found. The roof of Lady of the Sea Hospital in the town was blown off in Ida's winds. I love this place built around 1640 . One of the men was found living in east Texas where he had bought a farm. This was like my first coin ever," she said. i will try and take a picture of the location. Hurricane Ida lingered over southern Louisiana for most of 29 August, bringing rainfall and floods before moving north and east into Mississippi and Alabama the following day. But the deputies gave the helicopter crew a thumbs up on Monday, Sheriff Lopinto said in an interview with WWL radio. SC: I understand that this area was under a mandatory evacuation. http://community.webshots.com/user/famleeroots, http://forum.treasurenet.com/index.php/topic,109722.0.html. (AccuWeather / Bill Wadell). Message me if you have any questions about the item. Huffman is a community of some historical significance, but is hard to define as a town. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. At least one person, an older woman, died in her home, Ms. Lee Sheng said. These people never dreamed there was money just waiting for themthat is, until the day Dateline came knocking on their doors. "We started digging privies. But I think some of them, which is the ones that my heart goes out, that my heart goes out to all of them, God bless them. Why Alex Murdaugh was spared the death penalty, Why Trudeau is facing calls for a public inquiry, The shocking legacy of the Dutch 'Hunger Winter'. Although New Orleans did not receive a direct hit from the storm, the levees protecting the city fell under . 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Across the path of Idas destruction, the weathered and storm-weary people of the northern Gulf Coast waded out of flooded communities on Monday and surveyed the damage left by one of the most fearsome hurricanes to strike the region since Katrina 16 years ago. See link. For the residents that stayed, Leorwald called it a personal decision, noting that some people couldnt afford to leave. Homes in the town of Laplace, to the west of New Orleans, were also flooded. Shane Mears searching for historic relics in a privy, an old-fashioned term for an outhouse or what is now known as a restroom. But to our surprise, he says hes not going to use the fortune to finish building that house White: Most of it will go to St. Judes Childrens Hospital in Memphis thats where most of it will go. Lafitte attempt to placate Monroe by hanging the miscreant, but the chief executive sent a war-brig to Campeche whose captain issued an ultimatum to Lafitte and his pirates: Vacate Campeche or face expulsion by U.S. armed forces. LaPlace, La., saw many homes mangled and streets flooded by Ida. I was born and raised in East Texas. before Hurricane Ida. This is a no reserve auction with an opening bid of only $0.99. Some discoveries, like unremarkable parts to an old ship, are disappointing; however, other finds are tough to put a price on, Mears explained to Wadell. Bill Wadell interviewing Shane Mears on the bank of the Mississippi River about his treasures. "We just pulled it out yesterday at this privy I'm telling you about. SC: I do know that the state had requested help from the National Guard and had activated the entire National Guard and even got help from FEMA resources. "There were a bunch of old Spanish coins that were found recently, a bunch of old shipwreck pieces, fasteners, different things like that," Martinez said. I can't see what's going on no more. Im sitting in a very secure building, listening to the storm out here in this very secure environment, and they hear this and to have them back in a trailer or in an old beat-up home as 80 years old. Citizens must also conserve water and remember the area remains under a boil water advisory. And dont say It could never happen to me. Some states have billions of dollars to give away. (AccuWeather / Bill Wadell). He stated while talking to someone on the radio, who was a Jean L researcher, the guy described the markings Lafitte would leave pointing to treasure. Galliano, on the Gulf Coast, has also been badly affected. In fact, its receding.. New Orleans itself had been bruised but not beaten. My step father also grew up in East Texas, but in the country on a farm. There is no way to know that these coins are his, but the timing, location, and the fact that it is buried treasure all hint toward not only a pirate, but the pirate Jean Lafitte. hide caption, Aerial image of Jean Lafitte, La. "People like doing this, and that's how stuff gets found, and they rewrite history.". Though floodwaters in Lafitte have gone down significantly, it still presents a major issue, Lee Sheng said during a press conference. But I tell you: Fate's been good to me. If residents that evacuated don't need to return, local officials are asking they stay away for the the time being. The storm had his mobile home vibrating then it popped a skylight over the bathroom, dumping water inside. The Mystery of the Final Years of Jean Lafitte . Mears has a personal collection at home and said he shares the rest of the treasures he digs up with local libraries. Digging in the toilets," Mears said. No one had cellphone service. It's dirty. If anyone has heared or knows any more info please let me know. All you have to do is log onto this unclaimed.org (not unclaimed.com). hide caption, Aerial view of Barataria, La. I'm speechless.". I know that you're not there right now. There are many stories about what happened to Lafitte and where he died. Aerial image of Jean Lafitte, La. hide caption. Aerial image of Jean Lafitte, La. Today, hes a millionaire. There were reports that its roof had blown off. Grand Isle, a narrow beachy islet of stilt-raised homes facing the Gulf of Mexico, near where Ida came ashore, could not be reached by road, which was underwater, or by air, because there was nowhere for a helicopter to land, said Sheriff Joseph P. Lopinto III of Jefferson Parish. In Jean Lafitte, a village of about 2,000 people, about 400 residents initially refused the mandatory evacuation order, according to the sheriff. I hope that you can help me out. Some believe it belonged to the pirate Jean . And I think, I never seen the list, but I think they got over 400 that stayed. Thats a lot of money for a man who was a laborer just a few years before. Though Lafitte's home is gone, this property across the street from the Port of Galveston contains the ruins of a later structure and a trove of ghost tales.
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