Tracy family papers, circa 1800-1888.

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Tracy family papers, circa 1800-1888.

notebook of Cyrus Tracy, mainly concerning mathematics, navigation, and philosophy. Note on front cover: "... written by Cyrus Tracy of Windham, the father of Frederick P. Tracy ... 1888"). family genealogy, probably compiled around 1848. letters addressed to F. P. Tracy, and Mrs. Emily Tracy, and from Mary Tracy to John Swett. Also, a printed article on grape-growing in Contra Costa County by Frank (Tracy) Swett.

4 volumes ; 39-44 cm.

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SNAC Resource ID: 7149649

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Tracy, Mary E.

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Tracy, Emily

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Tracy family.

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Tracy, Cyrus.

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Swett, Frank Tracy, 1869-1969.

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Tracy, Frederick Palmer, 1815-1860

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Frederick Palmer Tracy was an attorney, and one of the founders of the Republican Party in California. From the description of Frederick Palmer Tracy letter : ALS, Mokelumne Hill, 1856 Oct. 26. (University of California, Berkeley). WorldCat record id: 214986814 ...

Swett, John, 1830-1913

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Educator, California's first Superintendent of Schools. Sailed around Horn to California (1852-1853). Letters describe experiences of voyage and first impressions of San Francisco. Singled out for special mention are Chinese, prostitutes, scenery and schools. Collection includes information about Swett, probably inserted by his granddaughter, Margaret Plummer, and a painting of "SS Revere" on which Swett sailed. From the description of John Swett letters, 1852-1853. (University of th...