Map of the American River area of the gold discovery : photostat, 1898 Jan. 23.

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Map of the American River area of the gold discovery : photostat, 1898 Jan. 23.

Contains photostat of article in the San Francisco Examiner with copy of map. Also includes copy of statement by John Sipp on how he became acquainted with J.W. Marshall, made Mar. 14, 1913.

1 oversize folder (6 leaves).

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SNAC Resource ID: 8331718

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Marshall, James Wilson, 1810-1885

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California Pioneer. Arrived in California in 1845. He selected site for Sutter's Mill at Coloma in May, 1847, and served as superintendent. Marshall discovered gold at Coloma January 24, 1848. From the description of James Wilson Marshall collection, 1885-1888. (California State Library). WorldCat record id: 58744653 Discoverer of gold in California (1848). Marshall worked for Capt. John Sutter at time of discovery. Lost lands during subsequent Gold Rush and spent remainder ...

Sipp, John

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