John B. Frisbie reminiscences : ms.

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John B. Frisbie reminiscences : ms.

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A dictated statement concerning his early life; Stevenson's Regiment; the Mexican War; California in the Gold Rush; U.S. relations with Mexico - particularly in the 1870's; mining interests in Mexico; railroads; economic conditions and resources of Mexico and California.

Originals : 40 leaves ; 32 cm.Copies : partial microfilm reel (41 exposures) : negative (Rich. 102:12) and positive.

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