William Gilpin dictation and biographical material, circa 1888- 1890.

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William Gilpin dictation and biographical material, circa 1888- 1890.

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Early history of his family; the Seminole wars; Democratic editor in St. Louis; journey to Oregon With Frémont, 1843; adventures in Oregon and return overland, 1844; Missouri politics, 1845-1846; service under Doniphan in New Mexico, and against the Plains Indians, 1846-1848; life at Kansas City to 1861; term as first governor of Colorado Territory, 1861-1862; experiences as promoter and entrepreneur. Prepared for Chronicles of the Builders. Six added letters from Gilpin to H.H. Bancroft and The History Company, 1890, concern publication of his The Cosmopolitan Railway.

Originals : 11 folders.Copies : Partial microfilm reel (67 exposures) : negative (Rich. 116:9) and positive (FILM P-L, reel 17)

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