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A Parting of Brothers Leads to Ol' Man Island

Knee Deep In Danger

he story of Dixie Landings actually begins down the Sassagoula in Port Orleans, with the actions, antics and activities of a pair of brothers.
Growing up in the early 1800s, older brother Everette was a quiet lad who kept to himself, often spending days on end whittling small carvings with a remarkable degree of detail. Younger brother Jonathon, on the other hand, was as outgoing as Everette was private. Something of a showman even as a child, Jonathon yearned for recognition and acceptance from classmates, parents, neighbors and, most of all, from Everette.
One evening, donning his dad's old army uniform, Jonathon paraded about the family home acting every bit the military officer. His antics led the family to dub him "The Colonel" and, from that day forward, the nickname stuck. Even as an adult, Jonathon Colby kept the epithet, invariably referring to himself and even signing his name as "Colonel J.C."
Inseparable in their early years, as the brothers gew into adulthood their personalities pulled them in different directions. Eventually, craving a quieter life than the Port Orleans of 1835 could offer, Everette ventured alone up the Sassagoula River - avoiding contact with the trappers who had already discovered the area to be a goldmine of wildlife - in search of his own private paradise. He was drawn to an area framed by twin oak trees visible high above the lush vegetation. Everette saw that one of the two towering oaks stood on an island and he knew at once he had found his home.

The island was isolated from the trappers' shacks along the shores of the bayou. Everette built a cabin and constructed a clever aqueduct to bring fresh water from a spring deep in the
bayou across the river. The trappers and their families would, from time to time, notice a wisp of smoke rising through the trees on the island and sometimes even catch a fleeting glimpse of the mysterious old man who lived there. This, of course, led to many tales of the "odd old man on the island" who was surely an ogre with a taste for lost children.
Before long, "Ol' Man Island" had grown into a full-fledged legend among the area's youngsters. That is, until one exceptionally brave (and thoroughly mischievous) young lad built a raft and paddled to the island. Expecting an ogre but finding a kind old man instead, the two quickly became friends. Soon all the children in the area made the island a regular stop. Everette turned his wood-working talents to constructing all manner of playthings for his many new friends. Ramps and ropes, slides and swings, ladders and log-walks and all manner of things ... Soon a whole section of "Ol' Man Island" had become a playland like no one had ever seen before - and one so masterfully crafted it's still enjoyed by kids of all ages today.

Trading Post

The Trading Post

Originally a way-station and supply building for explorers, this building became known as the Trading Post where trappers from the bayou would barter, bicker and bargain.
The earliest written records of the Trading Post are found in the diaries of Everette Peace. Today, marking the spot where it once stood, you'll find the boat rental house along the Dixie Landings dock.

Gator

The mighty Sassagoula River flows to each side of Ol' man Island. On one side, the powerful river continues on its course to the sea. On the other side, where the current is gentler and prone to meandering, the waters merge with the lowland to form the famous part-marsh, part-swamp known as the bayou. It was here that trappers in the 1800s found abundant wildlife. And it was the lazy, slow serenity of the bayou that gave the original settlement its unhurried way of life.
Of course, life in the bayou a hundred years ago was not all rest and relaxation. In the part of town now known as Alligator Bayou, only the heartiest souls dared to build. Not only was there the threat of hungry gators, the marsh itself was a constant challenge. As rains fell far up north and the level of the Sassagoula rose, more than one homestead would be knee-deep in swamp.
But the settlers who chose life in Alligator Bayou were as resourceful as they were determined, and they built their homes and other buildings a foot and a half off the ground. Even today, though the gators have (mostly!) retreated further into the bayou and floods are a less-frequent occurrence, you'll find the structures in Alligator Bayou still constructed with the same distinctive elevation. So when you visit, watch your step as you walk the wooden porches ... and keep one eye out for gators should you venture off the path!

ARCADE
Test your wits and skill against electronic wizards at
Medicine Show Arcade
Our state-of-the-art video games challenge the expert and novice alike. Don't forget to check out our selection of games at South Quarter Games, located in Port Orleans Square. Operating hours from 7 a.m. till 12:30 a.m.


he story of Dixie Landings actually begins down the Sassagoula in Port Orleans, with the actions, antics and activities of a pair of brothers. Growing up in the early 1800s, older brother Everette was a quiet lad who kept to himself, often spending days on end whittling small carvings with a remarkable degree of detail. Younger brother Jonathon, on the other hand, was as outgoing as Everette was private. Something of a showman even as a child, Jonathon yearned for recognition and acceptance from classmates, parents, neighbors and, most of all, from Everette. One evening, donning his dad's old army uniform, Jonathon paraded about the family home acting every bit the military officer. His antics led the family to dub him "The Colonel" and, from that day forward, the nickname stuck. Even as an adult, Jonathon Colby kept the epithet, invariably referring to himself and even signing his name as "Colonel J.C." Inseparable in their early years, as the brothers gew into adulthood their personalities pulled them in different directions. Eventually, craving a quieter life than the Port Orleans of 1835 could offer, Everette ventured alone up the Sassagoula River - avoiding contact with the trappers who had already discovered the area to be a goldmine of wildlife - in search of his own private paradise. He was drawn to an area framed by twin oak trees visible high above the lush vegetation. Everette saw that one of the two towering oaks stood on an island and he knew at once he had found his home. The island was isolated from the trappers' shacks along the shores of the bayou. Everette built a cabin and constructed a clever aqueduct to bring fresh water from a spring deep in the	bayou across the river. The trappers and their families would, from time to time, notice a wisp of smoke rising through the trees on the island and sometimes even catch a fleeting glimpse of the mysterious old man who lived there. This, of course, led to many tales of the "odd old man on the island" who was surely an ogre with a taste for lost children. Before long, "Ol' Man Island" had grown into a full-fledged legend among the area's youngsters. That is, until one exceptionally brave (and thoroughly mischievous) young lad built a raft and paddled to the island. Expecting an ogre but finding a kind old man instead, the two quickly became friends. Soon all the children in the area made the island a regular stop. Everette turned his wood-working talents to constructing all manner of playthings for his many new friends. Ramps and ropes, slides and swings, ladders and log-walks and all manner of things ... Soon a whole section of "Ol' Man Island" had become a playland like no one had ever seen before - and one so masterfully crafted it's still enjoyed by kids of all ages today. Originally a way-station and supply building for explorers, this building became known as the Trading Post where trappers from the bayou would barter, bicker and bargain. The earliest written records of the Trading Post are found in the diaries of Everette Peace. Today, marking the spot where it once stood, you'll find the boat rental house along the Dixie Landings dock.
The mighty Sassagoula River flows to each side of Ol' man Island. On one side, the powerful river continues on its course to the sea. On the other side, where the current is gentler and prone to meandering, the waters merge with the lowland to form the famous part-marsh, part-swamp known as the bayou. It was here that trappers in the 1800s found abundant wildlife. And it was the lazy, slow serenity of the bayou that gave the original settlement its unhurried way of life. Of course, life in the bayou a hundred years ago was not all rest and relaxation. In the part of town now known as Alligator Bayou, only the heartiest souls dared to build. Not only was there the threat of hungry gators, the marsh itself was a constant challenge. As rains fell far up north and the level of the Sassagoula rose, more than one homestead would be knee-deep in swamp. But the settlers who chose life in Alligator Bayou were as resourceful as they were determined, and they built their homes and other buildings a foot and a half off the ground. Even today, though the gators have (mostly!) retreated further into the bayou and floods are a less-frequent occurrence, you'll find the structures in Alligator Bayou still constructed with the same distinctive elevation. So when you visit, watch your step as you walk the wooden porches ... and keep one eye out for gators should you venture off the path! ARCADE Test your wits and skill against electronic wizards at Medicine Show Arcade Our state-of-the-art video games challenge the expert and novice alike. Don't forget to check out our selection of games at South Quarter Games, located in Port Orleans Square. Operating hours from 7 a.m. till 12:30 a.m.

A Colonel Comes Up the River to Build a Home, a Family and a Mill

In a sense, Dixie Landings was settled in three distinct phases. First, there were trappers who found the area a convenient gathering place to meet with those merchants willing to venture that far up the Sassagoula to purchase their prized pelts. Then, in a story that is often as much legend as fact, mysterious and reclusive Everette Peace became the area's first permanent resident when he established his isolated home on Ol' Man Island.
The place that was to become Dixie Landings was established largely through the efforts of the outgoing and ambitious Colonel J.C. who saw the locale as the ideal spot for a cotton mill serving Louisiana's growing cotton industry. Hardly out of his teens, young J.C. married Millie, his longtime sweetheart, and the two moved away from Port Orleans to seek success and happiness. At first, J. C. and Millie were shunned by the many trappers who haunted the abundant bayous. But the Colonel had no interest in infringing on their swamps - he had his eye on the higher, drier land 'round the riverbend near Ol' Man Island. Captivated by
the lush grasslands and spectacular stands of stately trees, he claimed a modest stretch as his own, dubbed it Magnolia Bend and set about building both a mill and a mansion.

Though it took some years, the Colonel's dream was destined to come true. The home he constructed for his expanding family grew slowly into a stately structure known as Acadian House. (The Colonel's ancestors - among the first settlers in Louisiana - had hailed from Nova Scotia which was also called Acadia. The odd blend of English, French and Indian words which crept gradually into their speech eventually shortened "Acadian" to "Cajun," the name by which we know their descendants even today.) In testimony to the quality of the craftsmanship that went into it, Acadian House today serves as a welcome "home away from home" to many, many visitors every year.
Just as impressive as the Colonel's incredible home (and in historical terms maybe even more memorable!) was the cotton mill he created just across the river. With the dedicated assistance of a couple of dozen family men who had ventured north from Port Orleans in the Colonel's footsteps, a cotton press and waterwheel weighing just over 35,000 pounds were built from local wood. The screw gears, axles and shafts were carved from white oak, and the gear teeth were fashioned from hickory. The waterwheel itself was the Colonel's pride and joy for a very good reason. Far and away the most advanced machine part of its time, it was designed specifically for Colonel J.C.'s mill by world-famous mechanical engineer and cotton expert, Whitney E. Lye.
Although today the Colonel's Cotton Mill serves as a dining hall for visitors to historic Dixie Landings, the wheel and indeed much of the mill itself remain just as they were in 1850 when, in full swing, they were a prime example of human ingenuity, industry and creativity.


In a sense, Dixie Landings was settled in three distinct phases. First, there were trappers who found the area a convenient gathering place to meet with those merchants willing to venture that far up the Sassagoula to purchase their prized pelts. Then, in a story that is often as much legend as fact, mysterious and reclusive Everette Peace became the area's first permanent resident when he established his isolated home on Ol' Man Island. The place that was to become Dixie Landings was established largely through the efforts of the outgoing and ambitious Colonel J.C. who saw the locale as the ideal spot for a cotton mill serving Louisiana's growing cotton industry. Hardly out of his teens, young J.C. married Millie, his longtime sweetheart, and the two moved away from Port Orleans to seek success and happiness. At first, J. C. and Millie were shunned by the many trappers who haunted the abundant bayous. But the Colonel had no interest in infringing on their swamps - he had his eye on the higher, drier land 'round the riverbend near Ol' Man Island. Captivated by	the lush grasslands and spectacular stands of stately trees, he claimed a modest stretch as his own, dubbed it Magnolia Bend and set about building both a mill and a mansion. Though it took some years, the Colonel's dream was destined to come true. The home he constructed for his expanding family grew slowly into a stately structure known as Acadian House. (The Colonel's ancestors - among the first settlers in Louisiana - had hailed from Nova Scotia which was also called Acadia. The odd blend of English, French and Indian words which crept gradually into their speech eventually shortened "Acadian" to "Cajun," the name by which we know their descendants even today.) In testimony to the quality of the craftsmanship that went into it, Acadian House today serves as a welcome "home away from home" to many, many visitors every year.	Just as impressive as the Colonel's incredible home (and in historical terms maybe even more memorable!) was the cotton mill he created just across the river. With the dedicated assistance of a couple of dozen family men who had ventured north from Port Orleans in the Colonel's footsteps, a cotton press and waterwheel weighing just over 35,000 pounds were built from local wood. The screw gears, axles and shafts were carved from white oak, and the gear teeth were fashioned from hickory. The waterwheel itself was the Colonel's pride and joy for a very good reason. Far and away the most advanced machine part of its time, it was designed specifically for Colonel J.C.'s mill by world-famous mechanical engineer and cotton expert, Whitney E. Lye. Although today the Colonel's Cotton Mill serves as a dining hall for visitors to historic Dixie Landings, the wheel and indeed much of the mill itself remain just as they were in 1850 when, in full swing, they were a prime example of human ingenuity, industry and creativity.

Family Reunion!
A Little Bird Told Me
Fulton's General Store

Over the years, the Colonel heard every tall tale ever told about the mysterious old-timer inhabiting O'l Man Island. The Colonel gave the tales little credence until one sunny day his granddaughter, Susie, came running to grandpa with a beautifully carved bird in her hand. Susie could hardly contain herself as she told the old Colonel about the island, its pool, the playground and the funny old man who had given her this gift. Impressed by the delicacy and artistry of the carving, the Colonel held it admiringly. He told Susie it was a precious present indeed and, about to hand it back to her, noticed the tiny letters carved carefully into its base.
The Colonel could hardly believe his eyes! Could it be? Yes! The letters spelled out "Everette Peace, 1857!"
Scooping Susie up in his arms, he made his way to Ol' Man Island, calling out a name he hadn't spoken aloud in a lifetime. "Everette! Come out! It's me ... Colonel J.C.! It's Jonathon!" (We know this for sure because Susie heard it all!)
From behind the giant oak, Everette squinted, then smiled, then hobbled out to greet his little brother. The two embraced with all the emotion of years gone by. Everette showed off his island and listened to news of the fine Port he'd left behind. The Colonel asked Everette to come across the river and live with him in Magnolia Bend.
Everette smiled but refused. He had no desire to leave the island that had so long been his home, and of course, the Colonel understood. But they both knew, too, that their closeness had returned. The Colonel returned many nights to the island where the two would sit near a campfire and talk about what was and what the future might hold in store.

Night Clubs
Guitar
Celebrate New Year's Eve every night of the year at spectacular Pleasure Island. Tickets can be purchased at the Guest Services Desk in Dixie Landings. For additional details, Touch DISNEY INFORMATION on your in-room phone. Located at Dixie Landings, offering an array of Disney character fashions and souvenirs, Dixie Landings logo merchandise, resort fashions for men and women, beverage and snack items, sundries and baby care products, reading materials and maps, postage stamps, film processing, country decorative merchandise and collectible items. Hours are from 7:30 a.m. until 12:00 midnight.
Curl up in one of our over- stuffed chairs next to the fireplace or belly up to the bar. The Co-op is the place to be for frosty schooners of beer, Southern-style specialty drinks and the best appetizers this side of the Sassagoula. Located next to Boatwright's Dining Hall, just off the Main Lobby. Live entertainment Tuesday through Saturday from 8:00 p.m. until 12:00 midnight.

Things are hoppin' at the
Muddy Rivers Pool Bar
Out on Ol' Man Island, quench that thirst with an ice cold brew or enjoy a snack from our pool bar.
Open 11:00 A.M. Til Dusk


Over the years, the Colonel heard every tall tale ever told about the mysterious old-timer inhabiting O'l Man Island. The Colonel gave the tales little credence until one sunny day his granddaughter, Susie, came running to grandpa with a beautifully carved bird in her hand. Susie could hardly contain herself as she told the old Colonel about the island, its pool, the playground and the funny old man who had given her this gift. Impressed by the delicacy and artistry of the carving, the Colonel held it admiringly. He told Susie it was a precious present indeed and, about to hand it back to her, noticed the tiny letters carved carefully into its base. The Colonel could hardly believe his eyes! Could it be? Yes! The letters spelled out "Everette Peace, 1857!" Scooping Susie up in his arms, he made his way to Ol' Man Island, calling out a name he hadn't spoken aloud in a lifetime. "Everette! Come out! It's me ... Colonel J.C.! It's Jonathon!" (We know this for sure because Susie heard it all!)	From behind the giant oak, Everette squinted, then smiled, then hobbled out to greet his little brother. The two embraced with all the emotion of years gone by. Everette showed off his island and listened to news of the fine Port he'd left behind. The Colonel asked Everette to come across the river and live with him in Magnolia Bend. Everette smiled but refused. He had no desire to leave the island that had so long been his home, and of course, the Colonel understood. But they both knew, too, that their closeness had returned. The Colonel returned many nights to the island where the two would sit near a campfire and talk about what was and what the future might hold in store. Night Clubs Celebrate New Year's Eve every night of the year at spectacular Pleasure Island. Tickets can be purchased at the Guest Services Desk in Dixie Landings. For additional details, Touch DISNEY INFORMATION on your in-room phone.	Located at Dixie Landings, offering an array of Disney character fashions and souvenirs, Dixie Landings logo merchandise, resort fashions for men and women, beverage and snack items, sundries and baby care products, reading materials and maps, postage stamps, film processing, country decorative merchandise and collectible items. Hours are from 7:30 a.m. until 12:00 midnight. Curl up in one of our over- stuffed chairs next to the fireplace or belly up to the bar. The Co-op is the place to be for frosty schooners of beer, Southern-style specialty drinks and the best appetizers this side of the Sassagoula. Located next to Boatwright's Dining Hall, just off the Main Lobby. Live entertainment Tuesday through Saturday from 8:00 p.m. until 12:00 midnight. Things are hoppin' at the Muddy Rivers Pool Bar Out on Ol' Man Island, quench that thirst with an ice cold brew or enjoy a snack from our pool bar. Open 11:00 A.M. Til Dusk

Colonel's Cotton Mill Food Court
The Sassagoula Steamboat Co.

We turned this old Southern cotton mill, complete with a cotton press that is powered by a working water wheel, into a food court featuring five specialty shops. Our mill offers full breakfasts, fresh bakery goods, pizza, pasta, hamburgers, fried chicken, Tex-Mex favorites and a country store loaded with picnic goodies. A selection of beer and wine is available. Open for breakfast, lunch, dinner and evening snacks from 6:00 a.m. til 12:00 midnight.
Pizza Delivery
From the Sassagoula Pizza Express
Hand-tossed, baked-to-order pizza fresh from our ovens and delivered to your room. Available from 4:00 p.m. to 12:00 midnight. To order, Touch PIZZA DELIVERY on your in-room phone.

Boatwright's Dining Hall
Experience old Southern hospitality and a taste of Cajun cuisine in a unique setting surrounded by shipbuilding artifacts, fireplaces and a view of Boatwright's own in-house bakery. Our menu features hearty breakfasts, a great blend of steaks, prime rib, seafood and barbecue ribs, along with original Cajun specialties and Boatwright's famous family salad. Kosher, vegetarian or special dietary foods and a full-service bar are available.
Dining Hall prices: Breakfast $4.25 to $6.95; Dinner $6.25 to $16.95. Hours for breakfast are from 7:00 a.m. until 11:30 a.m., and dinner from 5:00 p.m. until 10:00 p.m. For reservations, Touch BOATWRIGHT'S DINING HALL on your in-room phone or 934-5422.
The year was 1853, and change was in the air around Dixie Landings. Colonel J.C. and Millie were anticipating the first visit by their eldest daughter Sarah, who had gone several years before to Maryland to study economics. While there, she met, fell deeply in love with, and married Buford Honeyworth III, an enterprising entrepreneur from Virginia, who quite coincidentally, had a number of thriving business interests in Baton Rouge.
Buford, being acutely attuned to the times, had carefully considered the impact of the steamboat on life along the Sassagoula. His business sense told him there was an opportunity to be pounced upon with the creation of a transportation company between Port Orleans and points north. Being himself somewhat familiar with the area, and having heard Sarah's description of Magnolia Bend, he saw it as precisely the proper place to launch the endeavor. Buford and the Colonel took an immediate liking to one another. The two spent many hours discussing the value of increased steamboat travel along the mighty Sassagoula. The
Colonel introduced Buford to his old friend, Sir Edward Biltwright, an inventor and engineer of worldwide renown. After only the briefest of negotiations with the mechanical genius, Buford founded the Sassagoula Steamboat Company next to the Colonel's Cotton Mill on January 3, 1853. The very next day, Sir Edward departed for Pittsburgh to superintend construction of the Sassagoula Steamboat Company's first vessel - the Dixie Queen.
Fishin' Hole
fishing
At the Fishin' Hole you can hang a cane pole over the dock in our private pond stocked with catfish, bass and bluegill. Fishing instructions are available for the novice and equipment is provided. For information, Touch 7-5409.


We turned this old Southern cotton mill, complete with a cotton press that is powered by a working water wheel, into a food court featuring five specialty shops. Our mill offers full breakfasts, fresh bakery goods, pizza, pasta, hamburgers, fried chicken, Tex-Mex favorites and a country store loaded with picnic goodies. A selection of beer and wine is available. Open for breakfast, lunch, dinner and evening snacks from 6:00 a.m. til 12:00 midnight. Pizza Delivery From the Sassagoula Pizza Express Hand-tossed, baked-to-order pizza fresh from our ovens and delivered to your room. Available from 4:00 p.m. to 12:00 midnight. To order, Touch PIZZA DELIVERY on your in-room phone. Boatwright's Dining Hall Experience old Southern hospitality and a taste of Cajun cuisine in a unique setting surrounded by shipbuilding artifacts, fireplaces and a view of Boatwright's own in-house bakery. Our menu features hearty breakfasts, a great blend of steaks, prime rib, seafood and barbecue ribs, along with original Cajun specialties and Boatwright's famous family salad. Kosher, vegetarian or special dietary foods and a full-service bar are available. Dining Hall prices: Breakfast $4.25 to $6.95; Dinner $6.25 to $16.95. Hours for breakfast are from 7:00 a.m. until 11:30 a.m., and dinner from 5:00 p.m. until 10:00 p.m. For reservations, Touch BOATWRIGHT'S DINING HALL on your in-room phone or 934-5422.	The year was 1853, and change was in the air around Dixie Landings. Colonel J.C. and Millie were anticipating the first visit by their eldest daughter Sarah, who had gone several years before to Maryland to study economics. While there, she met, fell deeply in love with, and married Buford Honeyworth III, an enterprising entrepreneur from Virginia, who quite coincidentally, had a number of thriving business interests in Baton Rouge. Buford, being acutely attuned to the times, had carefully considered the impact of the steamboat on life along the Sassagoula. His business sense told him there was an opportunity to be pounced upon with the creation of a transportation company between Port Orleans and points north. Being himself somewhat familiar with the area, and having heard Sarah's description of Magnolia Bend, he saw it as precisely the proper place to launch the endeavor. Buford and the Colonel took an immediate liking to one another. The two spent many hours discussing the value of increased steamboat travel along the mighty Sassagoula. The	Colonel introduced Buford to his old friend, Sir Edward Biltwright, an inventor and engineer of worldwide renown. After only the briefest of negotiations with the mechanical genius, Buford founded the Sassagoula Steamboat Company next to the Colonel's Cotton Mill on January 3, 1853. The very next day, Sir Edward departed for Pittsburgh to superintend construction of the Sassagoula Steamboat Company's first vessel - the Dixie Queen. Fishin' Hole At the Fishin' Hole you can hang a cane pole over the dock in our private pond stocked with catfish, bass and bluegill. Fishing instructions are available for the novice and equipment is provided. For information, Touch 7-5409.

Everyone knew it was a momentous occasion, but no one could guess that this one event would forever change the landscape of their small Sassagoula settlement.
It was the summer of '55 - a sunny Thursday in July - when word spread like crabgrass through Magnolia Bend, Alligator Bayou, Ol' Man Island and the surrounding backwoods. Today was the day the Dixie Queen would arrive, and no one - not a trapper nor a millhand - was about to miss the celebration. Unfortunately, as the crowd swelled along the banks of the river, not a single one of them considered the fact that the river itself had not swelled in quite some time. In fact, many weeks without rainfall had dropped the mighty river's level to an all-time low, and when the Sassagoula Steamboat Company's pride and
joy approached the landing, the magnificent vessel landed a lot more abruptly than her designers had ever intended. She was aground on the landing, and destined to remain in that state for days on end. Early in August, at great expense to Buford's young company, a tug steamed in from Port Orleans to drag the Queen off the landing to a more appropriate and functional berth at river's edge. Already, though, the story of the steamboat's dramatic debut had made its way well past the confines of the community. As the story grew, so did the area's notoriety and, in a sense by popular demand, Magnolia Bend, Alligator Bayou, and Ol' Man Island collectively became known as Dixie Landings. As for the Dixie Queen, she served honorably and well, traveling up and down the Sassagoula (her pilot always keenly alert to lower than usual water levels, of course!) for ten glorious years. The career of the Dixie Queen would no doubt have continued much longer, but she had, it seems, one more date with fate. In one of the worst storms ever recorded along the Sassagoula, the incomparable Queen was struck by lightning. In a spectacular blast of sparks and smoke, half the beautiful boat was in ashes in minutes.
Her days of service were not entirely over even then, though. The remaining half-Queen was pulled from the water and later purchased by one Monsieur Henri Le Marin who recycled her timbers to build a home for his relocated company, the now-famous Boatwright Shop.

ARCADE

Medicine Show Arcade

Night Clubs

Things are hoppin' at the

Muddy Rivers Pool Bar

Open 11:00 A.M. Til Dusk

Pizza Delivery

Boatwright's Dining Hall

Fishin' Hole

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