John Osborne

Historical marker location:

Lake Charles, Louisiana

( Memorial can be reached from North Lakeshore Drive near Pryce Street, on the right when traveling south.)

Marker installed: 1998

The Louisiana Purchase Exposition, also known as the St. Louis World's Fair, was held in St. Louis, Missouri, in 1904. The fair featured exhibits from around the world and introduced several new inventions and products to the public, including the ice cream cone and Dr Pepper soft drink.