Ralston, William C., 1863-

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William Chapman Ralston, born 12 June 1826 in Ohio, was a banker and steamship owner. In 1864 he helped organize the Bank of California and served as its first president. He died 27 August 1875.

From the guide to the William C. Ralston Correspondence, ca. 1870-1890, (Stanford University. Libraries. Dept. of Special Collections and University Archives.)

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referencedIn Exchequer Gold and Silver Mining Company. Exchequer Gold and Silver Mining Company records, 1904-1926. Nevada State Historical Society
creatorOf William C. Ralston Correspondence, ca. 1870-1890 Stanford University. Department of Special Collections and University Archives
referencedIn Matthew Paul Deady Papers, 1850-1923 Oregon Historical Society Research Library
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