Above: The St. Bernard Voice’s front page 25 years ago, showcasing the new Veterans Wall Mural in Chalmette.
Left: This year’s St. Bernard Salutes America celebration was opened with the traditional ringing of the Liberty Bell replica in Liberty Bell Plaza. Ringing in the Fourth were veterans from all branches of the armed forces. Front row, from left, are Al Parson, Albert Guillemet, Dan Reuther; second row, Earl Balser and Joe Lubrano.
Right: Members of VFW Post #7194 Auxiliary’s Junior Girls Unit participated in the July 4th Bell Ringing Ceremony at Liberty Bell Plaza. Ringing the bell with the help of three veterans, Al Parson, Earl Balser and Joe Lubrano; are Callie Fontenot, Crystal Zavala, Cody Fontenot (Mascot), and Sonnet Brown.
25 YEARS AGO• The impressive, eye-appealing patriotic mural that graces the rear exterior wall of the St. Bernard Civic Center was formally dedicated last Sunday, July 4, during the St. Bernard Salutes America’s 1999 celebration. Artists Claire Pescay, Ed Estopinal, and Donna Lind spent six months painting the 21 ft. high, 81 ft. long “Veterans Wall” as a tribute...
