The Fraser River excitement, 1858 : its philosophy and claims to historical notice : Olympia, Washington, 1878.

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The Fraser River excitement, 1858 : its philosophy and claims to historical notice : Olympia, Washington, 1878.

Apparently written with a view to publication; with penciled changes in phraseology interlineated, and passages marked for condensation. An interpretation of the Fraser River gold rush of 1858 as the occurrence most influential on the history of the old Oregon country after 1846.

Originals : 26 leaves ; 32 cm.Copies : partial microfilm reel (28 exposures) : negative (Rich. 107:3) and positive.

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Evans, Elwood, 1828-1898

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Elwood Evans was born about 1828. By the early 1850's he was living in Olympia, WA. He was one of the first attorneys to practice in Olympia. As one of the early pioneers of Thurston County, WA, he was very active in political life holding many local offices. He was elected to the first Legislative Assembly in Washington Territory. In December 1862, he was appointed Secretary of Washington Territory and served William T. Pickering, Governor. Because his appointment wasn't accompanied by a bond, ...