John H. Wise interview and biographical material, 1889.

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John H. Wise interview and biographical material, 1889.

Include interview in question form with Wise and his son, Henry E. Wise; and two biographical sketches based on the interview (one in the handwriting of Alfred Bates), describing his early life, work on the Coast & Geodetic Survey in the East, appointment to the custom house in San Francisco, his wool commission business and other mercantile ventures, interest in politics and appointment as state harbor commissioner. With these: clippings on the wool industry and genealogical notes for the Wise family.

Originals : 1 portfolio.Copies : partial microfilm reel (94 exposures) : negative (Rich. 98:2) and positive.

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