Diary, 1853.

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Diary, 1853.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/31208886

Diary of George Belshaw's overland journey from Lake County, Indiana (March 23, 1853) to the Willamette Valley, Oregon (October 11, 1853). The diary was an effort to provide helpful information for future emigrants. It contains detailed geographic information and trail conditions.

Original: 2 v.Typescript: 52 p.

Oregon Historical Society Research Library

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SNAC Resource ID: 7309093

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Belshaw, George., 1816-1893.

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Born in England; Belshaw came to America with his parents in 1833. He was elected captain of the wagon train to Oregon. From the description of Diary, 1853. (Oregon Historical Society Research Library). WorldCat record id: 31208886 ...