William Gillet Ritch Papers

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William Gillet Ritch Papers

1539-1901 (bulk, 1845-1882)

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This collection contains the personal and professional papers of historian and New Mexico territorial governor William G. Ritch (1830-1904) and his collection of historical manuscripts, documents, and maps related to the history of New Mexico.

Approximately 2,390 pieces in 41 boxes and 24 volumes (29.97 linear feet)

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Huntington Library, Art Collections & Botanical Gardens

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SNAC Resource ID: 11657266

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Gallegos, José Manuel, 1815-1875

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José Manuel Gallegos (October 30, 1815 – April 21, 1875) was an American priest and politician. A member of the Democratic Party, he served as a delegate to the U.S. Congress from the Territory of New Mexico from 1853 to 1856 and 1871 to 1873. Born in Abiquiú, in what is now Rio Arriba County, New Mexico, Gallegos attended parochial schools. He studied theology at the Jesuit run College of Durango (Colegio de Durango), Republic of Mexico, graduated in 1840, and was ordained a Roman Catholic p...