Grambling in Lincoln Parish, Louisiana — The American South (West South Central)

John Williams, Jr.

Photographed By Cajun Scrambler, May 14, 2020

1. John Williams, Jr. Marker

Inscription. John "Porky" Williams, Jr. served as mayor of Grambling for two terms from 1995 until 2002. Before becoming mayor, Williams served as alderman under the leadership of Mayor B.T. Woodard. During his tenure as mayor, he sought the best for Grambling's citizens and represented the city in numerous capacities throughout Lincoln Parish.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: African Americans • Government & Politics.

Location. 32° 32.279′ N, 92° 42.828′ W. Marker is in Grambling, Louisiana, in Lincoln Parish. Marker is on Legends Avenue south of Interstate 20, on the right when traveling south. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Grambling LA 71245, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Martha Woodard Andrus (here, next to this marker); Richard L. Ludley (here, next to this marker); Edward R. Jones (here, next to this marker); Richard J. Joseph Gallot, Sr. (here, next to this marker); Calvin A. Wilkerson (here, next to this marker); Reverend Julius A. Mansfield (here, next to this marker); Junious "Buck" Buchanan (here, next to this marker); Willis Reed, Jr. (here, next to this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Grambling.

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in the Grambling Walk of Fame/Legends Square.

Photographed By Cajun Scrambler, May 14, 2020

2. John Williams, Jr. Marker

Walk of Fame/Legends Square. image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Cajun Scrambler, May 14, 2020

3. Walk of Fame/Legends Square.

Credits. This page was last revised on June 5, 2020. It was originally submitted on May 27, 2020, by Cajun Scrambler of Assumption, Louisiana. This page has been viewed 240 times since then and 46 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on May 27, 2020, by Cajun Scrambler of Assumption, Louisiana.