ALS, 1857 July 10 : Weaverville, Trinity County, California, to General James W. Denver, Washington, D.C.

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ALS, 1857 July 10 : Weaverville, Trinity County, California, to General James W. Denver, Washington, D.C.

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An old companion inquires about the probability of the U.S. government paying the Oregon War debt. He expresses interest in getting "something to do at Salt lake or on the wagon road." He voices his opinion about the factions in California politics, and describes his own race for Sheriff against a Democrat and an Independent "negro worshipper."

4 p. ; 24 x 19.5 cm.

Copley Press, J S Copley Library

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SNAC Resource ID: 6915706

Copley Press, J S Copley Library

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