Northwestern State University - Potpourri Yearbook (Natchitoches, LA)

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The Williams home on Williams Avenue is just one of the examples of fine architecture in Natchitoches. Opening 7

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The City of Natchitoches The city of Natchitoches, Louisiana, surrounded North- western State University ' s campus. The city was unique in be- ing the oldest in the Louisiana Purchase. French and Spanish architecture was dominate in all aspects of Natchitoches. Quiet, narrow streets and tall oaks gave Natchitoches a homey atmosphere for the students of Northwestern. Natchitoches offered many opportunities for the NSU fami- ly. Plays produced by the local Natchitoches Theater group were performed at the Grand Ecore Ampitheater on the out- skirts of town. Many NSU faculty and students were involved in these productions. Two annual events held in Natchitoches were the Tour of the Homes and the Christmas Festival. Homes registered on the Historical Register were opened to the tourists from all areas of the United States. Visitors trav- eled from the corners of North America to attend the Christmas Festival held the first weekend in December. The citizens of Natchitoches supported the NSU Demons throughout the year. The citizens were friendly and cheered for the Demons at all athletic events. Pari of thf cotton mill that serves as an important part of Natchitoches ' s econr One of the many restored homes in Natchitoches located on Washingto Looking down the bluffs on Grand Ecore on the side of Red River. 6 »|«niru5

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The Watson Memorial Library The library at NSU held a great deal for the stu- dent. The volume of books found on its three floors offered a wide variety of subjects. The facility gave a good working atmosphere for study and research. The Louisiana Room on the third floor provided not only good exhibits but also manuscripts and books related to our state. Research material was also of- fered in the way of microfilm, microfiche, and an up-to-date serials section. The staff tried to keep the latest equipment and systems. If help was needed, the assistants were there to make it easier. As a part of our university, our library assisted in aiding all of NSU ' s students. Students used the dictionary as a study aid in the Memorial Library. Students used the card catalog. 8 Opening