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Former home of Governor Andrew H. Longino, who served as legislator, judge, and county official. New capitol building erected and primary election law passed during his term.
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½ blk. N, built 1884. Restored by Lawrence Co. Hist. Soc. Longino was gov. of Miss., 1901-1904. During his term New Capitol built; Dept. of Archives & Hist. and state penal farm estab.; public school system improved.
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Est. 1810 by Jos. Cooper, one blk. N. Primary reason St. Stephens Rd. took this route in 1812 from St. Stephens (Ala.) on the Tombigbee to Natchez. Site served as boat landing from 1826 through early 20th century.
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Monticello area native J. B. Lenoir (1929-1967) was best known during his lifetime for his 1955 hit "Mama, Talk to Your Daughter," but he also played an important role in blues history because of his political engagement. In the 1960s Lenoir recor…
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