John A. Pecoul, Jr., 1939Collection, 1954-1994
bulk, 1980-1986, 1990-1993
Biographical Note
John A. Pecoul, Jr., born in New Orleans, Louisiana September 7, 1939, attended
local public schools and graduated as valedictorian at Alcee Fortier High School in 1957.
He received his undergraduate degree, a B.A., from Elmhurst College in Illinois, in 1961.
His advanced degrees include a Master of Divinity, magna cum laude, from the Union
Theological Seminary in New York and the International Fellows certificate from
Columbia University, both in 1964, and a M.A. in Political Science from Temple
University in 1967. He also completed requirements for doctoral candidacy in political
science at Tulane University in New Orleans.
Upon completing his education Mr. Pecoul was research staff member of the
Southern Regional Council in Atlanta. He returned to New Orleans to become Director
of Housing and Community Services for the Urban League of Greater New Orleans.
From there he became Director of the Human Relations Committee of the City of New
Orleans under Mayor Victor Schiro and Mayor Moon Landrieu.
Mr. Pecoul joined Mayor Ernest N. “Dutch” Morial’s administration in June1978
as Administrative Assistant for Community Services in the Human Resource Division of
the Mayor’s Office. His responsibilities included supervision of the creation of the
Women’s Office, the City-School Board Anti-Truancy program, and the Citizen Action
Center. He also supervised the City’s volunteer office, VIGOR, the mayor’s Committee
on Handicapped Concerns, International Year of the Child, and the U. S. Census of 1980.
In 1982 Pecoul was named Special Assistant to the Mayor and became the
principal staff person for the Mayor’s work with national urban organizations such as the
U. S. Conference of Mayors, the National League of Cities, and the National Center for
Municipal Development. He supervised programs such as the Mayor’s Clean city
Committee and the Arts Council’s contract for city arts activity and policy coordination.
In addition, he was liaison with such projects as Jazzfest, the Citizen’s Committee
Against Crime, and the Louisiana World Exposition, 1984.
As a citizen, Mr. Pecoul has been active in many efforts to improve education,
housing, and the quality of life in this and other communities as a board member or
officer of concerned groups such as the New Orleans Coalition, the University Area
School Development Association, Neron-Sycamore Neighborhood Association, and other
community, school, and church organizations.
Pecoul, John A., 1939Collection, 1954-1994
bulk, 1980-1986, 1990-1993
Scope Note
This collection consists of the papers and collected items of John A. Pecoul, Jr.,
Associate Vice-President for Development at Xavier University of Louisiana and former
Special Assistant to Mayor Ernest N. “Dutch” Morial. The collection is organized by
series: Series 1 relates to Xavier University, Series 2, politics, is divided into subseries,
the Morial Administration (divided by Louisiana World Exposition 1984, Arts Council of
New Orleans, the New Orleans Human Relations Committee, and other Morial
Administration records), the New Orleans Coalition, materials about David Duke, and
press clippings regarding Bill Clinton’s first presidential campaign, Series 3, food,
includes New Orleans restaurant reviews and sample menus supplied by Tom Fitzmorris,
Series 4, visitor information, Series 5, Pecoul’s trip to Washington D. C. for President
Dwight Eisenhower’s Second Inauguration in 1957, and Series 6, other topics. A
Separation List accompanies the finding aid.
Pecoul, John A., Jr., 1939Collection 1954-1994
bulk, 1980-1986, 1990-1993
Shelf List:
Box 1
Series 1
Xavier University of Louisiana
Correspondence
Richard Tucker, Manager, Public Information, to CASE Awards panel nominating
Dr. JW Carmichael, Jr., Professor, Chemistry, as Xavier University of Louisiana’s
nominee for Professor of the year. May 30,1990. With attachments. 3 items.
John A. Pecoul to Clarence J. Jupiter regarding potential problems with Liberty
Grant Funding. November 9, 1990. With attachments. 3 items.
John A. Pecoul, Associate Director of Development, to Dr. James A. Flightner,
Chair, Library Dean Search Committee, University of Montana. December 12,
1990.
Norman C. Francis, President, Xavier University of Louisiana, to John A. Pecoul,
thanking Pecoul for serving on the Search Committee for Vice President for
Academic Affairs. May 30, 1991.
Other Topics
Brochure, “A Case in Government: Public Administration at Xavier University,”
Department of Political Science. 1974.
Xavier Forum, “Arsenal Justice: Search and Seizure,” Pecoul as moderator, his
notes and supporting articles. November 11, 1982
Program, Groundbreaking Ceremonies for the Library/Resource Center and
College of Pharmacy Addition. April 26, 1991.
The Chronicle of Higher Education, “Riding a Wave of Popularity; Enrollment
Boom Brings Space Crunch to Many Black Campuses.” Photocopy. July 3, 1991
Program, “Xavier University of Louisiana and The Ernest N. Morial Foundation
Presents its First Ernest N. Morial Public Affairs Lecture.” September 19, 1991.
“For the Good Times,” Alumni Homecoming. November 18-24, 1991.
Program, Dedication Ceremony, Library Resource Center & College of Pharmacy
Addition. April 22, 1993
.
Flyer, “Art for Xavier’s Sake,” prints of John Scott and Samuel Gilliam donated
to Xavier University for sale, proceeds going to Xavier Forward Fund Campaign.
n.d.
Handout, “Welcome to Xavier.” n.d.
John A. Pecoul, Jr., Associate Director of Development, business cards.
Photographs, National Conference of Christian and Jews, with Dr. Francis.
January 3, 1989. Dr. Francis at Mother Katherine’s Beatification, n.d.
Dr. Francis and friends at Xavier University. n.d.
Series 2
Politics
Subseries
Morial Administration
Louisiana World Exposition
Correspondence, Louisiana World Exposition
Gilbert S. Edelson to Roger Linde, esq., regarding Lynda Benglis’s sculpture,
The Wave of the World. May 11, 1984.
Personal Card, Michael G. Delhaise, Trade Commission, Consulate General of
Belguim in Atlanta.
Louisiana World Exposition, Inc., Annual Report. December 31, 1983
Louisiana World Exposition, May 12-November 11, 1984. n.d.
1984 World’s Fair, New Orleans, The Official Guidebook. n.d.
Preview ’84: The Louisiana World Exposition Arts Consortium. May 5, 1984.
The Louisiana World’s Fair: New Orleans, Louisiana World Exposition
Opening Ceremonies. May 12, 1984.
Farewell Ceremonies. November 11, 1984.
So There, Orwell. “!984, A Video Review.”
The Louisiana World Exposition: The Schedule. n.d.
The Acid Rain Story, Ministry of Supply and Service, Canada. 1984.
China: A Brief Survey, China Council for the Promotion of International
Trade, Beijing, China.
Pavilion of Mexico Set to Welcome Visitors to Louisiana World Exposition.
Treasures of the Vatican; New Orleans Vatican Pavilion. The Archdiocese
of New Orleans.
Australia: Water Down Under.
Preview: The Waters of America. Exhibition. May 5, 1984.
Announcements of participation in the Louisiana World Exposition by
Australia, The European Community, Egypt, Mexico, and Peru.
News Clippings, Louisiana World Exposition
St. Louis Post Dispatch, “Louisiana World’s Fair Shaping Up to be Mega
Mardi Gras.” January 1, 1984.
The Times-Picayune, Dixie Magazine, “The Lowdown on Highbrow Art Coming
For the World’s Fair.” May 6, 1984.
The Times-Picayune, “Events Schedule at the Fair.” May 6, 1984.
The Times-Picayune: Lagniappe. May 11, 1984.
The Times-Picayune. May 14, 1984.
USA Today, “Guidebooks galore to New Orleans.” May 24, 1984.
The Times-Picayune, “Insiders guide to the Fair.” May 25, 1984.
Time, “The Worldliest World’s Fair.” May 28, 1984.
The Times-Picayune, World’s Fair “84. May 30, 1984.
The Washington Post, “Travel: Fairing Well in New Orleans.” June 3, 1984.
The Times-Picayune, “Events Schedule at the Fair.” June 3, 1984.
The Times-Picayune, Lagniappe: The Entertainment Guide, “Time Out at the
Fair.” June 15, 1984.
The Times-Picayune, “World’s Fair ‘84: Advertising Supplement.” July 1, 1984.
The Times-Picayune, “Fair Schedules.” July 4, 1984.
The Times-Picayune, “World’s Fair ‘84 : Advertising Supplement.” August 1,
1984.
The Times-Picayune, “Fair Schedules.” August 31-September 2, 1984.
Other, Louisiana World Exposition
Pecoul’s Invitations to World’s Fair Functions. 6 items.
Invitation, U. S. Pavilion Preview. May 11, 1984.
World’s Fair handouts, brochures, and postcards. 9 items.
Italian Village Entertainment Schedule. June 25-July 1, 1984.
French Quarter Festival Events Schedule, April 6-8, 1984. Published by
the Louisiana World’s Fair, 1984.
Map of Fair Site. 2 copies.
Map of Louisiana.
Two tickets, Mississippi Aerial River Transit (M.A.R.T.)
Coupon book, Amusement Rides, Louisiana World Exhibition.
One ticket, New Orleans Museum of Art.
Arts Council of New Orleans
Board members of Council organizations, 1985:
Alliance for Community Theaters, Inc., Board of Directors, 1 p.
Audubon Arts Center, Board of Directors, 1 p.
The Concert Choir of New Orleans, Inc., Officers, 1 p.
Contemporary Arts Center, Board of Directors, 1985-1986, 6 pp.
Crescent City Chapter, The Links, Inc., Executive Board & Officers. 1p.
Dashiki Theater, Board of Directors, 1 p.
Delta Festival Ballet, Board of Directors, June, 1985, 1 p.
Dryades YMCA. Officers, 1985, 3 pp.
Ethiopian Theater, Inc., Board Members, 1 p.
Junebug Productions, Board of Directors, 1 p.
Komenka Ethnic Dance Ensemble, Board of Directors, 1 p.
Kumbuka African Drum and Dance Collection, Board of Directors, 1 p.
Le Petit Theatre du Vieux Carre, Board of Govenors, 1 p.
Louisiana Children’s Museum, Board of Directors, 2 pp.
Louisiana Composers Guild, Board of Directors, 1 p.
Louisiana Jazz Federation, Board of Directors, 1 p.
Louisiana Museum Foundation, Board of Director, 1 p.
Louisiana State Museum, Board of Directors, 1 p.
Mensaje, Board of Directors, 1 p.
Musicians for Music, Board of Directors, 1 p.
New Orleans Arts Review, Board, 1 p.
Friends of the New Orleans Center for Creative Arts, Board of Directors, 2 pp.
New Orleans City Ballet, Board of Directors, 6 pp.
New Orleans Contemporary Dance Co., Inc., Board of Directors, 1 p.
New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Foundation, Inc., Board of Directors, 1 p.
New Orleans Institute for the Performing Arts, Board of Directors, 1 p.
New Orleans Public Schools, Board Members
New Orleans Repertory Dance Theater, Board of Directors
New Orleans Opera Association, Board of Directors, 4 pp.
New Orleans Symphony Orchestra Society, Board of Directors, 5 pp.
New Orleans Women’s Caucus of Art, Officers
St. Luke’s Community Center, Board Members
Administrators of the Tulane Educational Fund, Board of Administrators
LSU and Agricultural and Mechanical College, Board of Supervisors, 2 pp.
Olympia Brass Band, Officers
A. B. Freeman School of Business, Tulane University, Business School Council,
8 pp.
WWOZ, Board of Directors
Young Audience Board, 3 pp.
The Youth Inspirational Choir, Board of Directors
Arts Council of New Orleans Directory, ’84
Arts Council of New Orleans Directory, ’85
“The Arts and City Government-A Unique Opportunity: Report and
Recommendations of the Mayor’s Task Force on Arts Policy for the
City of New Orleans. May 1979.
Correspondence, Mayor Morial to Pecoul thanking him for his work on the
Task Force on Arts Policy for the City of New Orleans. July 2, 1979.
“Beautification and Public Arts: Facts and Concepts,” Office of the Mayor,
City of New Orleans. February 23, 1983.
“Municipal Endowment Grants For the Arts: Guidelines,” Arts Council of
Greater New Orleans. May 6, 1986.
“Municipal Endowment Grants For the Arts,” Application Forms. 1986.
Correspondence, Edwin Lupberger, President, Board of Directors, New Orleans
Symphony, asking for support of the Symphony. May 28, 1991.
Correspondence, Kenneth T. Hertz, Executive Director, New Orleans Symphony,
notifying ticket holders that the Symphony’s 1991-1992 season has been canceled.
September 17, 1991.
Two Passes for admittance to Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra Dress Rehearsal,
1992-1993 Season.
Flyer, Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra. January 2, 1992.
Brochure, “Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra: Third Season, 1993-1994.”
Brochure, “Arts.” Arts Council of New Orleans. n.d.
Brochure, “For Art.” Arts Council of New Orleans. n.d.
Brochure, “New Orleans Museum of Art.” n.d.
Human Relation Committee
Annual Report, 1968-1969. 2 pp.
Monthly Reports:
vol. 2, no.7, October 1969
vol. 3, no.3, April 1970
vol. 3, no.4, May 1970
Progress, vol. iv, issue 4, July-August 1971
Pecoul’s notes welcoming convention to New Orleans and working with the HRC.
5 pp. n.d.
Mayor’s Staff, with home addresses, n.d.
Membership List, ca. 1969
Mailing List, ca. 1969
Black City Council Mailing List, May 8, 1969 (not associated with official
City Council)
List of Black Youth Oriented Organizations. n.d.
Ordinance, City of New Orleans, calendar no. 4596, “The Public
Accommodations
Ordinance.” December 16, 1969
“HRC Functions and Organization,” draft, April 21, 1969
“The City Civil Service System: A Minority Report,” by Ronald P. Nabonne, A
Special Report of the HRC. 34 pp. August 1970.
New Orleans Magazine, “Listen! Please Listen!” by Rosemary James. 27 pp.
March 1973.
“White Opinion on Racial Tension,” reaction to the Essex Incident. 19 pp.
April 1973.
The U. S. Commission on Civil Rights Clearinghouse, Urban Series no. 1,
“Racism in America and How to Combat It.” 3 pp. n.d.
Other Morial Administration
Inter-office memo, from Corinne Barnwell to Pecoul regarding reimbursement
for use of her private automobile. August 12, 1980.
Inter-office memo, all unclassified city workers are to report for work three
straight Saturdays; October 18, 1980, October 25, 1980, and November 1, 1980.
October 15, 1980.
Inter-office memo, Pecoul to Ron Gardner regarding Saturday work, with
Gardner’s hand-written reply. October 17, 1980 and October 24, 1980.
Correspondence, Pecoul to Marc Morial, regarding a dedication ceremony.
February 21, 1981.
Inter-office memo, Pecoul to Mayor, Upcoming schedule conflicts.
March 24, 1981
Inter-office memo, Pecoul’s request for annual leave. April 8, 1981.
Correspondence, Two letters from Pecoul, one to Mrs. Sidney Besthoff
and the other to Mrs. Thomas Robert Fiddler regarding McMain Magnet
High School. April 8, 1981.
Inter-office memo, Pecoul to Mayor, status report and arrangements for
follow-up during annual leave. June 11, 1981.
Inter-office memo, Pecoul’s injury report. July 22, 1981.
Inter-office memo, Pecoul’s personal request regarding family business.
August 4, 1981.
Inter-office memo, Morial to Pecoul regarding a replacement for his secretary,
Patricia Ann Williams. August 21, 1981.
Correspondence, Patricia Ann Williams to Pecoul, letter of resignation.
August 26, 1981.
Correspondence, Morial to Pecoul, thanking him for contributing to campaign,
April 1, 1982.
Memo regarding mission to Brazil, June 29-July 15, 1985.
Various correspondence, November 1980-November 1985. 7 items.
Trustees and the Future of Foundations, by John W. Mason, for the Council
of Foundations. 1977.
The New York Times, “Poverty Underlies New Orleans Sheen,” by Wendell
Rawls, Jr. September 8, 1980.
Brochure, “The Dynamics of Growth: The Years of Progress, 1978-1981.”
The Handbook of Private Foundations, by David F. Freeman, Council on
Foundations. 1981. Photocopy.
News clippings regarding election for Mayor of New Orleans. 1982.
Ernest N. Morial’s Second Inauguration as Mayor of New Orleans. May 3, 1982.
“City of New Orleans Operating Budget for Calendar and Fiscal Year 1985.”
November 29, 1984.
“New Orleans City Government Organizational Chart,” reproduced from the
League of Women Voter’s “What’s What in New Orleans Government.” 1984.
“Managing for Productivity in Cities,” Mayors Executive Staff Assistants
Meeting,
U. S. Conference of Mayors. January 17, 1985.
“Recommendations for the Future of New Orleans,” by Commission on the Future
of the City. April 1985.
Brochure, “The U. S. Conference of Mayors.” Ca. 1985.
“Dutch Morial Day in New Orleans,” April 29, 1986.
“New Orleans: The Morial Years,” by Walter DeVries. 1986.