Sounds the same. It is the last day before fasting for lent, and a celebrated last day at that. Traditionally celebrated as a community in various ways.
PS. The cajuns got along with the indians better than most of the rest of "les americains", in fact a lot of our culture came from them.
Hey! I wonder if it can played on the accordion? Thanks for posting that about Mr.ED the talking horse. It brings back good memories. I loved the show. I bet it would be corny watching it now, though.