George F. Emmons letter to H.H. Bancroft : Princeton, New Jersey, 1879 December 20.

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George F. Emmons letter to H.H. Bancroft : Princeton, New Jersey, 1879 December 20.

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Incomplete letter concerning his overland journey from Oregon to California in 1841 with the U.S. Exploring Expedition. Notes on members of his party and the country through which they traveled.

Originals : 4 pages ; 28 cm.Copies : partial microfilm reel (4 exposures) : negative (Rich. 106:3) and positive.

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