James Willis Nesmith reminiscences : Salem, Oregon : ms., 1878.

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James Willis Nesmith reminiscences : Salem, Oregon : ms., 1878.

Include dictation and two letters to H.H. Bancroft. Concerning the Rogue River War of 1853, and service as U.S. Marshal, Superintendent of Indian Affairs, U.S Senator, and Congressman from Oregon.

Originals : 20 leaves ; 32 cm.Copies : partial microfilm reel (21 exposures) : negative (Rich. 105:11) and positive.

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