Polhemus, Charles B.
Spanish; Castilian,
English,
Biographical notes:
Charles B. Polhemus:
Came to California in 1849. Businessman & diplomat. He had interests in real estate, the commission and banking business, ranching and railroads in California. Served as Consul for Chile & Peru in San Francisco, 1850-60. Owned several ranches in the Santa Clara Valley.
George B. Polhemus:
Born Jan. 21, 1857, in San Francisco. Rancher near Coyote, Calif., known for prize herds of cattle and thoroughbred horses.
From the description of Charles B. Polhemus papers, 1858-1916. (University of California, Berkeley). WorldCat record id: 227475983
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Subjects:
- Land use, Rural
- Livestock
- Ranchers
- Water supply, Agricultural
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Places:
- Santa Clara County (Calif.) (as recorded)
- California--Santa Clara County (as recorded)
