Oliver Pollock Chapter
Lake Charles, LA
In 1927 twelve members at-large of the Louisiana society met in Lake Charles and organized the Oliver Pollock Chapter. Regular meetings were held quarterly until 1931 and the chapter became inactive during the Great Depression.
In the late 1950’s interest was rekindle and with the assistance of the DAR. Members attempted to reorganize and were told that the name Oliver Pollock could not be reused, so the “new” chapter was chartered as the Calcasieu Chapter on October 17, 1959 with State President Herbert Parker installing Claudius Augustus Mayo as Chapter President. Later the name Oliver Pollock was approved and the name restored.
In the late 1950’s interest was rekindle and with the assistance of the DAR. Members attempted to reorganize and were told that the name Oliver Pollock could not be reused, so the “new” chapter was chartered as the Calcasieu Chapter on October 17, 1959 with State President Herbert Parker installing Claudius Augustus Mayo as Chapter President. Later the name Oliver Pollock was approved and the name restored.
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News and Events
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Oliver Pollock Chapter Continues Support of Avenue of Flags (May 29, 2023)
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Numerous Activities at Chapter Meeting (March 11, 2023)
From left to right, Secretary Billy LeJune, Compatriot Ted Harless and President Russ Godwin, Compatriot Ted Harless and Secretary Billy LeJune placing the 250th Streamer on the Oliver Pollock Chapter Guidon.
New member Compatriot Dr. John Robert Black being presented his certificate as a new Oliver Pollock (LA SAR) member. His ancestor is Patriot John Swint
LA SAR President Jeff Nolen, presents the Patriot Medal to Compatriot Ted Harless during the Oliver Pollock Chapter meeting on 3-11-2023. The Patriot Medal is awarded only by a state society. It is the highest award given for service at the state or chapter level. This medal is presented only to individuals and may be received ONLY once. It represents long, faithful and outstanding service at the state and/or chapter level. From left to right, Compatriot Ted Harless and President Jeff Nolen.
Oration Contestent Leianni Reed-Vital from Lake Charles College Prep won the Chapter Oration Contest and will move on to compete at the LASSAR State Oration Contest in April. From left to right, Leianni Reed-Vital and and President Russ Godwin.
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Members Participate in Veteran’s Day Activities (November 11, 2022)
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Southwest Chapter Participates in Avenue of Flags (May 30, 2022)
