"I had never found a silver coin. The muddy man on a mission wades along the banks of the Mississippi River and has been searching for unique finds since the 1980s when he first ventured out with his dad. 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. Like so many startled unclaimed property owners, Gordons windfall comes from his dad who kept a secret account. I am interesting in pirates treasures in Connecticut. Your device may not be able to access the slider. As a subscriber, you have 10 gift articles to give each month. Aerial images show whole neighbourhoods submerged. Many homes and businesses have also been devastated and boats capsized. Do you have any closing thoughts on the situation? The Louisiana town of Jean Lafitte has been "totally devastated" by Hurricane Ida, with rescuers unable to reach hundreds of stranded residents after a vehicle wiped out a bridge, Mayor Tim Kerner . You must log in or register to reply here. before Hurricane Ida. Prior to Hurricane Katrina, the public school system of New Orleans was one of the lowest-performing districts in the state of Louisiana. Aerial image of Jean Lafitte, La. The full extent of the wreckage in places like Houma remained unclear. After Hurricane Katrina, which damaged more than 100 school buildings, the state seized control of almost all urban schools and turned them over to independent charter groups. My step father knew where one of these markers were, he had found it while hunting years ago and thought it might be a grave marker or something. It's still a Cat 4. Never again.. In Jean Lafitte, a village of about 2,000 people, about 400 residents initially refused the mandatory evacuation order, according to the sheriff. Here is a transcription of their conversation: Shalina Chatlani: Hi, Sheriff Rodriguez. I know that you're not there right now. He said they're not digging for the value but working to unearth and collect pieces of history. Huffman is a community of some historical significance, but is hard to define as a town. My step father also grew up in East Texas, but in the country on a farm. Treasure hunters discover artifacts unearthed by Hurricane Nicole Fast moving floodwaters during the hurricane had many residents fleeing to attics and roofs in their home. You must log in or register to reply here. "Hurricane Ian, that was my first time actually detecting with my dad on the beach," Kaylee said. Satellite image 2021 Maxar Technologies ", Aerial image of LaPlace, La. Even so, Ida terrified him. RARE COIN FROM THE LAFITTE HOARD w/COA | #466654621 - Worthpoint 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. 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. 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. Oak Island the Strange, the Bizarre, and Maybe the "Truth! Gordon White is not only a lucky guy, but a truly generous soul. Copyright 2022 Scripps Media, Inc. All rights reserved. The man who was killed left an estate of 60,000 in cash plus land in Mississippi. Tropical storms, hurricanes and flooded rivers can be incredibly destructive, but they also help uncover memories from the past. Jean Lafitte Police Chief Marcel Rodriguez believes there are at least 400 people left in the area who, for financial or physical reasons, were not able to heed the mandatory evacuation issued ahead of the storm. after Hurricane Ida hit the town. A few New Orleanians had begun venturing out to walk their dogs, ride bikes and assess the state of things early on Monday. I know people must be in a panic. Hurricane Katrina | Deaths, Damage, & Facts | Britannica after Hurricane Ida hit. Can Nigeria's election result be overturned? LaPlace, a town of quiet subdivisions on the eastern bank of the Mississippi River where many evacuees from New Orleans settled after Katrina, saw many of those homes mangled and streets flooded by Ida. Now, he's got new company while he is on his hunts. They're scared because they've never seen this, Leorwald said. http://community.webshots.com/user/famleeroots, http://forum.treasurenet.com/index.php/topic,109722.0.html. before Hurricane Ida hit. 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. before Hurricane Ida. Tate Reeves, Mississippi state treasurer: We have for you 3,4 99 shares of Wachovia bank stock.Gordon White: How many shares?Reeves:So this particular amount of stock is worth over $200,000White: That will make me happy (laughter). "I'm shaking because I'm like, 'There's no way!' Residents there faced brutal winds and heavy rainfall. He told me the government tried digging but was denied by the owner. That's my real deal. You never think its going to be you until it is.. I just don't know what to think. You are using an out of date browser. I mean I'm lost for words it's so rare. Welcome to BiloxiMississippis treasury department has set up temporary shop in a courthouse to try to find people who have unclaimed property coming to them. But the water has stabilized. What's the least amount of exercise we can get away with? So was the electricity. Another man just learned his late father had an investment account no one in the family knew about. Digging in the toilets," Mears said. What is the latest news? I have a file 2 in thick on Hendricks lake treasure. I've heard for years, about a spot along Dickinson Bayou where Lafitte supposedly hid Treasure (very very near a certain Cemetary), Some of the add-ons on this site are powered by. He sent the chopper anyway to see if it could spot his 10 deputies who remained in a bunker on the isle during the storm. "He grabs it out of the pile and we were just sitting there freaking out.". Aerial image of Jean Lafitte, La. That includes the town of Jean Lafitte, as well as Crown Point, lower Lafitte and Barataria, all of south Jefferson Parish, where sustained winds reached up to 70 mph and floodwater was. (AccuWeather / Bill Wadell). Jordan Roque pulled his Chevy pickup truck onto the last stretch of highway outside of town that was not inundated by water on Monday, hauling an airboat. It may not display this or other websites correctly. Aerial image of Jean Lafitte, La. So armed with the states list of names, addresses, and amounts owed, we went door-to-doora sort of sweepstakes a la Dateline. But the ones that don't have money to go and don't have transportation to go in and are stuck back there, that's sad. Items in the Price Guide are obtained exclusively from licensors and partners solely for our members research needs. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. The Dread Jewish Pirate Jean Lafitte - Tablet Magazine Around 1806 Lafitte came to New Orleans and operated a warehouse there where they would smuggle goods. Treasure hunter Christian Roper is searching for Jean Lafitte's buried treasure that could be worth over 50 million dollars today - he meets with Rick and Marty Lagina to get their advice, in this clip from Season 1, \"Pirate Treasures.\" #BeyondOakIslandSubscribe for more from Beyond Oak Island and other great HISTORY shows:http://histv.co/SubscribeHistoryYTFind out more about the series and watch full episodes on our site:http://histv.co/BeyondOakIslandCheck out exclusive HISTORY content:History Newsletter - https://histv.co/newsletterWebsite - https://histv.co/HistoryFacebook - https://histv.co/FacebookTwitter - https://histv.co/TwitterFrom pirates such as Blackbeard and outlaws like Jesse James, to Aztec gold, priceless historical artifacts from American history and sunken treasure ships, Beyond Oak Island digs deep into the many treasure quests across the globe, revealing amazing new details and clues from past searches and in some cases, advancing the hunt.HISTORY is the leading destination for award-winning original series and specials that connect viewers with history in an informative, immersive, and entertaining manner across all platforms. We just want to make sure.. Our residents have gone through this their whole lives and they didn't think that this would happen.. So, they hope to keep finding items that Hurricane Nicole brought to the surface. Its not coming anymore. (AccuWeather / Bill Wadell), "I do it for the thrills and the booty," Mears quipped. Thank you. Reporting on health care, criminal justice, the economy and other important issues in Louisiana, Alabama and Mississippi. In Mississippi, one in every four people has money waiting for themthats a lot of people who arent checking. Bill Wadell interviewing Shane Mears on the bank of the Mississippi River about his treasures. Energy companies say they are working to restore power, but residents are being warned it could take weeks in some areas. Have a crack at it guys. In searching some old newspapers.found a newspaper article from 1935, a full page on Jean Lafitte. Satellite image 2021 Maxar Technologies SC: Well, thanks for chatting with us and giving us that update. JavaScript is disabled. Mears has a personal collection at home and said he shares the rest of the treasures he digs up with local libraries. Your credit card or PayPal account will be charged. At the last I heard, it was still a Cat 4. IE 11 is not supported. I'm a descendant of his first mate and so while as a general rule I love history/archeology/treasure hunting, naturally this is the treasure that interests me the most. As such, the treasure hunter keeps a close eye on the forecast and levee construction projects protecting the Big Easy to plan each expedition. The storm had his mobile home vibrating then it popped a skylight over the bathroom, dumping water inside. Now, more modern equipment was available, and one man used a metal detector and managed to get some interesting readings from the bottom of the lake. The parish had received more than 200 calls for rescue since Sunday. Severe weather can also toss items from cargo ships, wash valuables away during a tsunami or unearth precious metals during a hurricane. If this item contains incorrect or inappropriate information please, Relevant MR: I'm hoping tomorrow morning, but to be honest with you, I don't know. State treasurer Tate Reeves, who runs Mississippis unclaimed property division, joined Dateline to deliver the news to Gordon. Keep in mind that the Lake was not there it there would be a river in its place. These people never dreamed there was money just waiting for themthat is, until the day Dateline came knocking on their doors. 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. In the 1950s, the Sabine River and the nearby lake (Hendrick's Lake) experienced a new onslaught of treasure seekers when the story of Laffite's silver was published by the True West magazine. MR: I'm hearing that they feel like theyre trapped and they understand that nobody can get there, but they are in panic mode and they've got a good right to be. If residents that evacuated don't need to return, local officials are asking they stay away for the the time being. Trapped residents waited for daylight, when rescue boats could make their way through the floodwaters. So I can't validate or confirm anything. hide caption, Aerial image of Jean Lafitte, La. Items Shane Mears has found along the Mississippi River with a metal detector. Shane Mears searching for artifacts along the Mississippi River in New Orleans, Louisiana. "I take advantage of the change of tides, every cycle during the storm while the storm is going on, as the storm is leaving.". And so it went for two straight days; $250,000 for one couple who lost everything (including their floorboards); and $100,000 for a woman struggling to rebuild her and her mothers homes. And I think, I never seen the list, but I think they got over 400 that stayed. His aunt and uncle, Diane and Buddy Nolan, had ridden out the fierce Category 4 storm at home in the hardy fishing village of Jean Lafitte. 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. I was looking at the weather on the TV, but it went out. He had no idea there was $30,000 just sitting in state coffers. The Laffite Society, which promotes historical research and education about Lafitte's life and times, meets the second Tuesday of each month. As most of New Orleans moves on, Lafitte still battling to dig - NOLA after Hurricane Ida. And the last I heard in lower Lafitte is they had about 10 feet of water. I can't do nothing. The water was out. Claiborne, and Andrew Jackson during the War of 1812 Jean Lafitte was born in France in 1780. But if its there, you can find it on your own. 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. One of the men was found living in east Texas where he had bought a farm. 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. The irony is not lost on Mears who explained that as the river has gone up and down over the years, the water has taken a lot with it, but it has also deposited a lot of artifacts. Updated: 6:19 PM CDT June 21, 2018 HOUSTON It's the treasure hunt of a lifetime, and now it's landed them on national TV. Oak Island the Strange, the Bizarre, and Maybe the "Truth! The other went north later over seas where he was killed during WW2. His 16-year-old daughter, Kaylee, has joined him combing the beach. Mississippi's treasury department has set up temporary shop in a courthouse to try to find people who have unclaimed property coming to them. What are you hearing? Pirate Treasure's of Jean Lafitte An 1837 woodcut of Lafitte, W.C.C. Satellite image 2021 Maxar Technologies Woodblock print of the death of Jean Lafitte from The Pirates Own Book, published in 1837. It was just rough, Mr. Sanford, 64, recounted, sitting back on a dry patch at the end of the street on Monday. TREASURE COAST, Fla. Right after and believe it or not even during hurricanes, there is a group of brave souls who take to the shoreline. The demons from his days in Vietnam were haunting him. It turns out Jimmy had benefits coming to him from a Lowes employee stock program. Hurricane Ida: Before and after images reveal devastation His dads bank eventually turned the money over to the state. MR: I think that the sheriff's office, the Jefferson Parish Sheriffs Office, did a really, really good job of trying to find out who stayed. You know, most of them that's going to be the worst off are the ones that are not going to have insurance. If anyone has heared or knows any more info please let me know. before Hurricane Ida The images are focused on the hard-hit small coastal towns that local officials say received the worst of the storm. Edmund D. Fountain for The New York Times. See link. "The deepest I've gone is over 15 feet, but this one, in particular, is about 8 feet deep and it's just incredible. It was a book on the treasures of Galveston and the surrounding area. When no one claims these valuables, theyre eventually turned over to a state, where they may languish for years. But, you know, this is a Cat 4, from what I understand is still a Cat 4. And, you know, I'm 70 years old. The other went north later over seas where he was killed during WW2. They've never faced a storm like this before. 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. 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He kept asking, When is the eye passing, when is the eye passing?. Thats a lot of money for a man who was a laborer just a few years before. Some of the add-ons on this site are powered by. Long-lost pirate ship may lie in Texas lake / Historical treasure could While at my favorite used book store some months ago I stumbled across a copy of a book that I read as a kid. The networks all-original programming slate features a roster of hit series, premium documentaries, and scripted event programming. after Hurricane Ida. Its hard to believe there could be much good news after this, but weve found a silver lining actually, for some people, a whole lot of gold. They've got people that's trapped back there and there's no way to get home. "I just let fate guide me and you can't just think about it. Its been sitting in Mississippis state treasury for yearsits value skyrocketing as Lowes has grown. "We've suffered flooding before,. What do you do? He went all the way to lower Lafitte, he said, but found few takers for a boat ride. The Mystery of the Final Years of Jean Lafitte Lafitte's Treasure Links John Bel Edwards said no major levees failed during Ida, thanks to a $14 billion hurricane risk-reduction system that was built in the greater New Orleans area following Katrina in 2005. hide caption. Shane Mears searching for historic relics in a privy, an old-fashioned term for an outhouse or what is now known as a restroom. How Hurricane Ida compares to Hurricane Katrina - CNN I know New Orleans got nailed with it because of that levee failure. But the truth is, the winds wasn't like this. "They feel the wind. All you have to do is log onto this unclaimed.org (not unclaimed.com). I saved the newspaper to my hard drive and will try to break it down. That includes the town of Jean Lafitte, as well as Crown Point, lower Lafitte and Barataria, all of south Jefferson Parish, where sustained winds reached up to 70 mph and floodwater was reportedly between 10 to 12 feet. John Bel Edwards as of Monday about 80% of all the rescues done Monday were carried out in St. John the Baptist Parish. Lots Of Barbers Listed This Week! That means everything that's going on is still going on back there. And I would imagine every one of them's caught back there right now, and I really don't know. (AccuWeather / Bill Wadell). Jean Lafitte Treasure Found - TreasureNet The Original Treasure This is a storm from the left side of Lafitte. It's an actual gold medal, 1859, says it right there, gold medal. JavaScript is disabled. Kerner told Weather.com that the local levee was overpowered by Ida's floodwaters. I know I'm gonna get there as soon as I can. Richard Fausset reported from Jefferson Parish, La., Rick Rojas from LaPlace, La., and Patricia Mazzei from Miami. This is horrible. At least 15 people were rescued on Tuesday, she said. Her 13-year-old son, Cesar, showed videos he had shared with friends on Snapchat of the wind and water descending on the familys home. Great story! I'm going by what I'm being told. Jimmy Sparks, a short time ago, wasa veteran on disability. Treasure hunters were out on the beach Friday after Hurricane Nicole turned up the sand, unearthing shiny pieces of Treasure Coast history. Hendrick's Lake treasure is focus of Houston historian's upcoming book So we do have a lot of resources when this was over to go to whatever is left after. 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. he captured a Spanish treasure fleet off Cuba's Bay of Mantanzas in 1628. Around this time 17 years ago, Hurricane Katrina bore down on New Orleans, and permanently changed . The state treasurer says the storm motivated him to start digging through the files to help people.
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