Derry in Natchitoches Parish, Louisiana — The American South (West South Central)
The Tornado
Photographed By Cajun Scrambler, July 2, 2023
1. The Tornado Marker
In January 1939, a tornado ripped through Magnolia Plantation. A newspaper article noted that
"Ten persons were reported injured, one mule was killed, and much other livestock injured by flying debris."
According to Betty Hertzog, six out of the remaining eight brick cabins were damaged and the engine house adjacent to the Cotton Gin Barn was destroyed.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Disasters. A significant historical month for this entry is January 1939.
Location. 31° 32.987′ N, 92° 56.408′ W. Marker is in Derry, Louisiana, in Natchitoches Parish. Marker is on State Highway 119, one mile north of State Highway 1, on the right when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 1111 LA-119, Cloutierville LA 71416, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Unearthing The Past (a few steps from this marker); The Quarters Community (within shouting distance of this marker); Escaped! Freedom Seekers in 1804 (within shouting distance of this marker); Escaped! Freedom Seekers in 1863 (within shouting distance of this marker); Gardens and Porches (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Livestock (about 400 feet away); Magnolia Plantation (about 500 feet away); Oakland Plantation (about 500 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Derry.
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Photographed By Cajun Scrambler, July 2, 2023
2. The Tornado Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on July 4, 2023. It was originally submitted on July 4, 2023, by Cajun Scrambler of Assumption, Louisiana. This page has been viewed 54 times since then and 10 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on July 4, 2023, by Cajun Scrambler of Assumption, Louisiana.
