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Pineville in Rapides Parish, Louisiana — The American South (West South Central)
 

Governor Jimmie Davis

1899-2000

 
 
Governor Jimmie Davis Marker image. Click for full size.
Photographed By Cajun Scrambler, May 29, 2021
1. Governor Jimmie Davis Marker
Inscription. James Houston Davis graduated from Louisiana College in 1924. A legendary country music singer and songwriter, he is best known for the beloved hit song, "You Are My Sunshine." In politics, he served two non-consecutive terms as governor of the state, 1944-48 and 1960-64.
 
Erected by A Friend of Louisiana College.
 
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Arts, Letters, MusicGovernment & Politics.
 
Location. 31° 19.568′ N, 92° 25.65′ W. Marker is in Pineville, Louisiana, in Rapides Parish. Marker is at the intersection of College Boulevard and Allen Drive, on the right on College Boulevard. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Pineville LA 71360, United States of America. Touch for directions.
 
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. In Honor and Memory of Louisiana College Students (within shouting distance of this marker); Louisiana College (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Alexandria Hall (about 300 feet away); a different marker also named Alexandria Hall (about 300 feet away); Cavanaugh Hall of Science (about 500 feet away); 1100 Block Main Street (approx. 0.2 miles away); Donahue Ferry Road (approx. 0.2 miles away); 1101 Main Street (approx. 0.2 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Pineville.
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Governor Jimmie Davis Marker image. Click for full size.
Photographed By Cajun Scrambler, May 29, 2021
2. Governor Jimmie Davis Marker
 
 
Credits. This page was last revised on June 13, 2021. It was originally submitted on June 12, 2021, by Cajun Scrambler of Assumption, Louisiana. This page has been viewed 171 times since then and 18 times this year. Photos:   1, 2. submitted on June 12, 2021, by Cajun Scrambler of Assumption, Louisiana.

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