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WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 20, 2002

Lester Darden, the oldest member of the Chitimatcha Tribe of Louisiana died on Monday. He was 94.

The secret to his age, friends said, was his diet, which included three beers a day.

Tribal members revered Darden for his impressive knowledge of history. Candidates for office always sought his advice.

The tribe owns a steakhouse, Mr. Lester's, that was named after Darden.

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Oldest Chitimatcha tribe member dies (The Lafayette Advertiser 11/20)

Relevant Links:
Chitimatcha Tribe - http://www.chitimacha.com