Mining experiences : Joliet, Ill. : ms., 1880 Jan. 23.

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Mining experiences : Joliet, Ill. : ms., 1880 Jan. 23.

Formation of gold mining association in 1849 in New York City; overland through Mexico to Acapulco and by steamer to San Francisco; merchandising in San Francisco, Sacramento and at the mines; mining experiences; real estate investments. Bound in also is a letter from Richardson, Mar. 18, 1880.

Originals : 47, [2] p. ; 17-24 cm.Copies : partial microfilm reel : negative (Rich. 530:4) and positive.

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