William Copeland Borlase diary and related papers, 1874-1875.

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William Copeland Borlase diary and related papers, 1874-1875.

Consists of a diary detailing the interests and travels of Borlase with companion Fleetwood Sandeman in the U.S., particularly in Calif., and Japan. A Includes a typed transcription of sections from his book, Sunways. Also includes typed copies of theater reviews and news events from the Daily Evening Bulletin from Mar. 1875.

2 folders (0.2 linear ft.)

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SNAC Resource ID: 6763653

California historical society

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Borlase, William Copeland

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Borlase was born to Samuel Borlase, of Castle Horneck and Pendeen, Cornwall. He was educated at Winchester School and Trinity College, Oxford, then practiced law at the Inner Temple beginning in 1882. He came to the U.S. on the Cuba, then travelled overland from Baltimore to San Francisco by rail, arriving on Feb. 27, 1875, then went on to Japan on Apr. 1. In 1878, Borlase published a book entitled Sunways: a record of rambles in many lands, based on his diary. From the description o...

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Crocker, Templeton, 1884-1948

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