Coin #3, Russia Three Copies Of The Bills Of The Soviets Year 1925-34 UNC, SH284A JAPAN ORIGINAL Hansatsu By FUTAKATA Gun Cash 100 Mon 1870 HYOGO K, 1824 Liberty Large Cent 189 Year Old Coin -, Lot Of 12 World War 2 Nickles 35% Silver Dates As Shown, 1946 1946c Newfoundland Ten 10 Cents Only 38,400 Minted. The people that didn't leave, they got some people probably thought they could wait it out, had the resources to leave. See link. I mean it's rare. Mears told Wadell he doesn't by any means hope for a tropical storm or hurricane to impact New. But the water has stabilized. Energy companies say they are working to restore power, but residents are being warned it could take weeks in some areas. Gordon White is not only a lucky guy, but a truly generous soul. The authorities had rescued more than 70 people in Jean Lafitte and the surrounding communities, said Cynthia Lee Sheng, the Jefferson Parish president, after eight feet of water overtopped levees, sending several hundred people into attics and onto roofs. 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. This is going to be a nightmare. These people never dreamed there was money just waiting for themthat is, until the day Dateline came knocking on their doors. Items in the Price Guide are obtained exclusively from licensors and partners solely for our members research needs. He told me the government tried digging but was denied by the owner. hide caption, Aerial view of Barataria, La. hide caption. David Sanford, who has lived in the neighborhood for eight years, considered himself something of a hurricane veteran, having lived on the Florida coast, in Pensacola, before moving to Louisiana. The images are focused on the hard-hit small coastal towns that local officials say received the worst of the storm. So armed with the states list of names, addresses, and amounts owed, we went door-to-doora sort of sweepstakes a la Dateline. RELATED: Hurricane Nicole unearths possible Native American burial ground, "When Mother Nature does an event where it takes sand away on an extreme level, that's when you find the stuff," Martinez said. It was a book on the treasures of Galveston and the surrounding area. Claiborne, and Andrew Jackson during the War of 1812 Jean Lafitte was born in France in 1780. There those coins stayed until 2005, when hurricane Katrina knocked down the oak tree, revealing the treasure entombed in its roots. Below are some stories to tell about other folks who now, more than ever, need to find a little lost money. Keep in mind that the Lake was not there it there would be a river in its place. "But I've never seen water like this in my life, and it just hit us in the worst way possible.". I found this site just now from a google search for Lafitte's treasure and it brought me here. Huffman is a community of some historical significance, but is hard to define as a town. Shane Mears searching for artifacts along the Mississippi River in New Orleans, Louisiana. Aerial images show whole neighbourhoods submerged. If this item contains incorrect or inappropriate information please, Relevant (AccuWeather / Bill Wadell), "I do it for the thrills and the booty," Mears quipped. You're in the sheriff's office, but you're getting reports and deputies. Hurricane Veterans Were Stunned by Ida: Its Never Been as Bad, https://www.nytimes.com/2021/08/30/us/hurricane-ida-lafitte-houma.html. Satellite image 2021 Maxar Technologies He said they're not digging for the value but working to unearth and collect pieces of history. "We've suffered flooding before,. Hurricanes, cold fronts are great," Martinez said. Treasure hunters seize an opportunity to get an. It may not display this or other websites correctly. before Hurricane Ida. Copyright 2022 Scripps Media, Inc. All rights reserved. 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 After gathering strength over the Gulf of Mexico, Hurricane Katrina struck Louisiana and Mississippi on August 29, 2005, eventually carving a path up the East Coast. Much of New Orleans has been plunged into darkness, with only emergency lighting seen in many areas. She reminded residents to stay optimistic, "We are battered but we will not be broken. Every little thing that I owned and had, its gone, Mr. Adams said. hide caption. It also has references to other lost treasure spots in Texas. No one had cellphone service. Reporting on health care, criminal justice, the economy and other important issues in Louisiana, Alabama and Mississippi. 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. A Jefferson Parish deputy sheriff helps Hurricane Ida evacuees from the Lafitte area with their belongings after they were rescued by boat on Monday, Aug. 30, 2021. He was also a ham radio operator. This was like my first coin ever," she said. Shane Mears and Susanna French looking for treasure along the Mississippi River with a metal detector. 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. Satellite image 2021 Maxar Technologies It was just rough, Mr. Sanford, 64, recounted, sitting back on a dry patch at the end of the street on Monday. For the residents that stayed, Leorwald called it a personal decision, noting that some people couldnt afford to leave. Thank you. While at my favorite used book store some months ago I stumbled across a copy of a book that I read as a kid. This one right here was the worst one Ive been in. The wind was howling, he said, and seemed to never stop. Though floodwaters in Lafitte have gone down significantly, it still presents a major issue, Lee Sheng said during a press conference. Are any of those resources available for these people? 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'. Even so, Ida terrified him. You are using an out of date browser. 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 Ma. Dozens of residents watched as floodwaters advanced, waiting for rescues that did not start until daybreak. You are using an out of date browser. Being that it is actually on one of the trails probably used from time to time by Jean Lafitte, legend has it that he buried some gold under its branches. 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. Your device may not be able to access the slider. If you see me dirty now, this is what I like," Mears said. MR: Its going to be worse for this for the area that I work in. 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. before Hurricane Ida hit. The town is about 20 miles south of New Orleans. Aerial image of Jean Lafitte, La. According to Gov. Evacuees consoled each other after leaving Jean Lafitte, La. Parts of Louisiana and Mississippi have been left devastated by Hurricane Ida, which flooded communities, knocked out power lines and littered roads with debris. Hurricane Ida had turned the road into a makeshift boat launch, and Mr. Roque was on a mission to find his relatives. 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. Thats a lot of money for a man who was a laborer just a few years before. One estimate suggested. New Orleans itself had been bruised but not beaten. Some of the add-ons on this site are powered by. The full extent of the wreckage in places like Houma remained unclear. What are you hearing? Satellite image 2021 Maxar Technologies The man who was killed left an estate of 60,000 in cash plus land in Mississippi. after Hurricane Ida hit the town. And meet Gordon White: he may not be your typical Katrina victim. The man who was killed left an estate of 60,000 in cash plus land in Mississippi. What do you do? after Hurricane Ida hit the town. So we do have a lot of resources when this was over to go to whatever is left after. What do you do? SC: And I take it you're getting calls from residents as well. 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. Treasure hunters seize an opportunity to get an even better chance of finding coins, jewels and artifacts from Spanish shipwrecks from the 1700s. he captured a Spanish treasure fleet off Cuba's Bay of Mantanzas in 1628. 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. 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The Laffite Society, which promotes historical research and education about Lafitte's life and times, meets the second Tuesday of each month. The water was out. 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. 1987 .999 Silver American Eagle 1 Troy Ounce Bullion Coin W/ Airtite, SH129e JAPAN ORIGINAL EDO Hansatsu By YANAGIMOTO Han Silver 1 Monme 1830, Egypt,1965, 10 X 1 Pound Tutakhamon, Prefix 61 --> 70, P37, See Scan, 2011 (W) Silver Eagle PCGS MS70 West Point Mint, 1899 Barber Half. 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. Thats the way I do, help somebody who really needs help and those children are it. Now the story gets complicated. What's the least amount of exercise we can get away with? I mean, right now, if they have 10 foot of water, they're basically there in the Gulf of Mexico in a hurricane. Here ya go Bum, Passed by it again on Tuesday. New Orleans and its hardened storm infrastructure appeared to have held up, though the city had no electricity. He sounded exhausted as he rode a parish bus to find some sort of shelter. Woodblock print of the death of Jean Lafitte from The Pirates Own Book, published in 1837. 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. Flooding at a mobile home park in LaPlace. before Hurricane Ida. Although New Orleans did not receive a direct hit from the storm, the levees protecting the city fell under . The day before meeting with Wadell, Mears unearthed a first-place gold medal from the Mechanics and Agricultural Fair of New Orleans that was held in 1859. Here is a transcription of their conversation: Shalina Chatlani: Hi, Sheriff Rodriguez. You can't get to. I was born and raised in East Texas. He's got hunting for long-lost coins, jewels and artifacts from Spanish shipwrecks down to a science. The Gulf Coast from Mississippi to Louisiana was left in shambles. I still have no idea if it was really a JL marker, or if so, it treasure was ever found. Items Shane Mears has found along the Mississippi River with a metal detector. You must log in or register to reply here. after Hurricane Ida. 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. 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. This is horrible. LaPlace, La., saw many homes mangled and streets flooded by Ida. I'm going by what I'm being told. hide caption. "I had never found a silver coin. "The minute that you start thinking about Lafitte's treasure or buried this and buried that, I think you go crazy and people already say I'm crazy," he said. I know New Orleans got nailed with it because of that levee failure. 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. Its part of living in this community. And looking it up, it's so rare. The Mystery of the Final Years of Jean Lafitte . I'm thinking tomorrow morning, I don't know if I'm going to be there at four o'clock in the morning, at three o'clock in the morning, I just don't know. "Hurricane Ian, that was my first time actually detecting with my dad on the beach," Kaylee said. Digging in the toilets," Mears said. Martinez, his friends and other treasure hunters have found a variety of items over the last two days. More a thousand people died, and at least 800,000 were left homeless. The hurricane passed through the area, flattening trees and ripping apart smaller buildings. Bye. That's my real deal. Jimmy says post traumatic stress disorder forced him to quit his job and move back home to Georgia. There were reports that its roof had blown off. Jean Lafitte Mayor Tim Kerner said the town suffered "catastrophic" flooding Sunday following Hurricane Ida. Im going to have to start all over again. As New Orleans residents deal with a parish-wide power outage, small communities just outside the city and its levee protection system are being pummeled by Hurricane Ida, with hundreds of people asking for help but unable to be reached due to catastrophic flooding from several feet of stormwater. Read about our approach to external linking. B. C., To A. D. 621. "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.". My step father also grew up in East Texas, but in the country on a farm. It seem to be one less treasure for us to find. Atlanta, Georgia 30328 | 877.481.5750. So his home is a trailer. Fast moving floodwaters during the hurricane had many residents fleeing to attics and roofs in their home. I grew up back there and I've never seen anything like this. Give Light and the People Will Find Their Own Way, South Florida Sports Headlines Newsletter. Accuweather National Reporter Bill Wadell didn't mind getting dirty to take viewers along a journey with a history buff in New Orleans who searches for Louisiana's forgotten past. I just feel so bad for these people. I would suspect that its higher now. 2023 BBC. And dont say It could never happen to me. Some states have billions of dollars to give away. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Jean Lafitte Mayor Tim Kerner said the town suffered "catastrophic" flooding Sunday following Hurricane Ida. 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. Coins & Currency This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. This is a storm from the left side of Lafitte. Oak Island the Strange, the Bizarre, and Maybe the "Truth! The California couple, who have not been identified, spotted the edge of an old can on a path they had hiked many times before several months ago. 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. Never again, Ms. Joseph said. hide caption. Im scared. I'm in contact with Joe Valiante and Tim and them up in EOC. The town is about 20 miles south of New Orleans. It took just a few clicks to find this one mans $400, and another $670 for another man who never received a payout from an old insurance claim. "We started digging privies. Shalina Chatlani is the health care reporter for the Gulf States Newsroom, a collaboration between NPR, WWNO in New Orleans, WBHM in Birmingham, Alabama and MPB-Mississippi Public Broadcasting in Jackson.
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