George L. Woods recollections, [188-].

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George L. Woods recollections, [188-].

From Missouri to Oregon, 1847; to the Yreka mines, California, 1851; farmer and student of law in Oregon, 1852-1862; co-owner of a ferry at Lewiston, Idaho, 1862; lawyer, county judge, and journalist at The Dalles; governor of Oregon, 1866-1870; political campaigns in California and the East; lobbying activities in Washington, D.C.; Reconstruction politics; appointment as governor of Utah Territory, 1871; views on the political struggles between Mormons and non-Mormons, Mormon theocracy, female suffrage, polygamy, and other matters.

Originals : 70 leaves ; 32 cm.Copies : partial microfilm reel (71 exp.) : negative (Rich. 111:4) and positive.

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