CHAPTER XX.--NEW ORLEANS.

Locality of New Orleans.--The Mississippi.--The Old and the New.--Ceded to Spain.--Creole Part in the American Revolution. Retransferred to France.--Purchased by the United States.-- Creole Discontent.--Battle of New Orleans.--Increase of Population.--The Levee.--Shipping.--Public Buildings, Churches, Hospitals, Hotels and Places of Amusement.-- Streets.--Suburbs.--Public Squares and Parks.--Places of Historic Interest.--Cemeteries.--French Market.-- Mardi-gras.--Climate and Productions.--New Orleans during the Rebellion.--Chief Cotton Mart of the World.--Exports.-- Imports.--Future Prosperity of the City. 264-280