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Thomas A. Brown papers, 1847-1885.
BANC MSS C-B 680 FILMLOCAL
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Title:

Thomas A. Brown papers, 1847-1885

Creator/Contributor:

Brown, Thomas A., 1823-1889, creator

Abstract:

Correspondence; deeds, mortgages, tax receipts and other legal papers; accounts; briefs and opinions.
Mainly concerning his legal practice and land grants in Contra Costa Co., particularly around Martinez. Some material also relating to railroads and mining in the county.

Date:

1847 (issued)

Subject:

Lawyers -- California
Land tenure -- California
Mines and mineral resources -- California
Railroads -- California
Contra Costa County (Calif.)
Martinez (Contra Costa County, Calif.)

Note:

Reel 1: Folders 1-144; reel 2: Folders 145-375; reel 3: Folders 376-389; reel 4: Folders 390-395; reel 5: Folders 396-409.
Originals in: Contra Costa County Library (1962)
FOR REFERENCE USE ONLY. Reproduction prohibited. Direct requests for copies or permission to publish to Contra Costa County Library.
Finding aid available.

Type:

Deeds.

Physical Description:

microfilm
5 microfilm reels : negative (Rich. 533:6-10) and positive.

Language:

English

Identifier:

BANC MSS C-B 680 FILMLOCAL

Origin:

California

Copyright Note:

FOR REFERENCE USE ONLY. Reproduction prohibited. Direct requests for copies or permission to publish to Contra Costa County Library.