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Horace Madison Ballew letters to his wife, 1850-1851.
BANC MSS 78/159 cLOCAL
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Title:
Horace Madison Ballew letters to his wife, 1850-1851Creator/Contributor:
Ballew, Horace Madison., creatorCreator/Contributor:
Boyle, John W., 1823-ca. 1903Abstract:
Letters describe Ballew's journey overland from Illinois to California in 1850; experiences in Placerville, Calif.; news of
other members in the party; comments on prices of goods, mining and living arrangements. Last letter was written from San
Francisco prior to returning home. Also includes an agreement with John W. Boyle to drive the team on the journey to California,
1850 Feb. 22. Typed transcripts of all items included.
Date:
1850 (issued)Subject:
Overland journeys to the PacificPlacerville (Calif.) -- History
Physical Description:
1 portfolio.
Language:
English
Identifier:
BANC MSS 78/159 cLOCAL