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1893 Bruning's Home |
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The landmark Bruning home was built in 1893 by
Capt. John C. Bruning. John Bruning was credited with saving many lives as he watched storms from the lookout on the roof
of his house. After a 1910 fire destroyed much of the small community he organized the volunteer fire department. During
the 1950s he served on the Jefferson Parish School Board. Mr. Bruning passed away in 1962 at the age of 91. (Courtesy of
the New Orleans Public Library.)
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