I have the distinct memory of reading somewhere that Thanksgiving was not a
national holiday (only an informal regional one, a harvest home) until
Abraham Lincoln made it one during the Civil War. If that is correct,
Thanksgiving in NO 1830-1860 is likely to be a non-starter. Sorry I can't
check this for you.

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> Subject: Thanksgiving during the 1830's to the 1860's in New Orleans
> Date: 24 October 1997 20:54
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>         I am trying to do a little research regarding the celebration of
the
> Thanksgiving Holiday in New Orleans.  I don't believe that the holiday
was
> celebrated here till this century but I would appreciate any further
> information.  When did it start?  Who started it?  Any information would
be
> helpful, thank you in advance.
> Stacy Spatz