A Wealthy Bachelor's Louisiana Legacy Commentator Ed Cullen recalls one 19th-century gentleman from Louisiana who left behind something will keep him in the hearts of some people for many years to come. Julien Poydras left behind a dowry fund for poor brides.

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A Wealthy Bachelor's Louisiana Legacy

February 22, 200512:00 AM ET

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Ed Cullen

A Wealthy Bachelor's Louisiana Legacy

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Commentator Ed Cullen recalls one 19th-century gentleman from Louisiana who left behind something will keep him in the hearts of some people for many years to come. Julien Poydras left behind a dowry fund for poor brides.