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H.A. Messenger papers, 1886-1914.
BANC MSS 99/256 cLOCAL
Collection Overview

Title:

H.A. Messenger papers, 1886-1914

Creator/Contributor:

Messenger, Hiram A., creator

Creator/Contributor:

Messenger, Harriet.

Creator/Contributor:

Maher, Edward R.

Abstract:

Consists of material relating to Capt. H.A. Messenger of Campo Seco, Calaveras County, Calif., an entrepreneur involved in trying to restore gold mining in the region. Documents on his efforts include correspondence, reports, legal papers, tax bills, receipts and newspaper clippings. Also includes the correspondence of his wife Harriet Messenger after his death in 1911 and the correspondence of fellow Freemason, Ed Maher.

Date:

1886 (issued)

Subject:

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Gold mines and mining -- California -- Calaveras County -- History
Calaveras County (Calif.)
Campo Seco (Calif.)

Physical Description:

print
1 box (.4 linear ft.)

Language:

English

Identifier:

BANC MSS 99/256 cLOCAL

Origin:

California