Antonia Compass Picou papers, 1942-1961 | Hogan Jazz Archive

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Title: Antonia Compass Picou papers, 1942-1961Add to your cart.

ID: HJA/MS 003

Primary Creator: Compass, Antonia

Extent: 0.21 Linear Feet

Subjects: New Orleans (La.), Picou, Alphonse, 1878-1961

Languages: English

Abstract

Antonia Compass was the third wife of jazz clarinetist, Alphonse Picou. This small collection of her personal papers from 1942-1961 includes incoming correspondence addressed to both Antonia and Alphonse Picou, financial and legal documents for several properties that she owned (including Picou’s Bar) as well as some personal documents.  Of note is a letter from Lizzie Miles addressed to “Tony” (Antonia) and “Pic” (Alphonse).

Subject/Index Terms

New Orleans (La.)
Picou, Alphonse, 1878-1961

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Folder 2: Lizzie Miles letterAdd to your cart.
Folder 3: Financial recordsAdd to your cart.
Folder 4: Expense notebookAdd to your cart.
Folder 5: Religious materialAdd to your cart.
Folder 6: Masonic burial certificate (for Rowena Compass)Add to your cart.

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