1959 Press Photo Mississippi River Bridge Authority officials burning bonds

Bonds valued at $4,620,000 were burned to a crisp this morning, warming the hearts of Mississippi River Bridge Authority officials. Because of more than adequate revenues since the bridge opened in 1958, the bonds were retired early as a saving of $166,320 in interest. Taking part in the ceremonies at the bridge headquarters, Algiers, were (left to right) K.J. LeBlanc, assistant trust officer, National bank of Commerce, Captain Neville Levy, chairman of the bridge authority; Charles J. Seeman, representing C.L. Seemann, auditors, and Frank X. Armiger, stooping, executive director of the bridge authority.

Photo is dated 1959.

Photo measures 8 x 10.25 inches.