J. Ross Browne collection, 1851-1965.

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J. Ross Browne collection, 1851-1965.

Box 1 contains miscellaneous articles by and papers signed by J. Ross Browne. Box 2 contains copies of "Harper's New Monthly Magazine" (1860-1865) that features articles by Browne. Series 1 contains biographical material; Series 2 contains correspondence; Series 3 contains publications concerning mining, irrigation, California history and Native American affairs.

2 boxes (0.25 linear ft.)

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Shumate, Albert C.

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Journalist, artist, nineteenth century author, government agent. First came to California to report on Constitutional Convention (1849). Became confidential agent for U.S. Treasury Department, surveying customs houses, mints, land offices and Indian Office for irregularities. Considered to be one of the most versatile writers of his time. Its is said he influenced the work of Mark Twain. From the description of J. Ross Browne collection, 1851-1965. (University of the Pacific). WorldC...

Browne, J. Ross (John Ross), 1821-1875

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American author, journalist, and government official. From the description of J. Ross Browne papers, circa 1840-1875. (University of California, Berkeley). WorldCat record id: 81540733 Irish-American traveler and author. From the description of Letter to Harper & Brothers, 1853 March 29. (University of Virginia). WorldCat record id: 52128935 John Ross Browne was born in Beggar's Bush, Ireland, on February 11, 1821. After moving to the United States h...