John Swett letters, 1852-1853.

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John Swett letters, 1852-1853.

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Consists of series of 11 letters published by John Swett in "Boston Cultivator" (1852-1853).

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University of the Pacific, William Knox Holt Memorial Library

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University of the Pacific, William Knox Holt Memorial Library

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Revere (Ship)

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Swett, John, 1830-1913

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Educator, California's first Superintendent of Schools. Sailed around Horn to California (1852-1853). Letters describe experiences of voyage and first impressions of San Francisco. Singled out for special mention are Chinese, prostitutes, scenery and schools. Collection includes information about Swett, probably inserted by his granddaughter, Margaret Plummer, and a painting of "SS Revere" on which Swett sailed. From the description of John Swett letters, 1852-1853. (University of th...

Plummer, Margaret.

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