Collection: Richard Webster Leche genealogical papers | New Orleans City Archives & Special Collections

Scope and Contents

The collection consists of approximately 100 pages of Leche family genealogical records.

Dates

Creation: 1936-1986

Conditions Governing Access

Available to registered researchers by appointment.

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Conditions Governing Use

Reproduction or use of materials is prohibited without the permission of the City Archives & Special Collections. Please review the Archives' Permission to Publish note.

Biographical / Historical

Richard Leche was former Governor of Louisiana, imprisoned in 1940 on charges of using the mails to defraud the state. Pardoned by President Truman in 1953.