Description
A collection of personal and
professional material related to the Nevada mining prospector William Henry
Shimmin.
Background
William Henry Shimmin (active 1885-1916) was a mining prospector in Goldfield, Nevada, who
helped develop the mining camp of Jamestown, Nevada, about twenty miles southeast of
Goldfield.
Extent
1.2 Linear Feet
(1 box)
Restrictions
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or publish images of this material, nor does it charge fees for such activities. The
responsibility for identifying the copyright holder, if there is one, and obtaining
necessary permissions rests with the researcher.
Availability
Open for use by qualified researchers and by appointment. Please contact Reader Services at
the Huntington Library for more information.