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George F. and Janey Smith letter, 1862
MANUSCRIPTSMCII : Box 34 : Folder 1
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Title:

George F. and Janey Smith letter, 1862
Smith letter

Creator/Contributor:

Smith, George Falkenborough., creator

Creator/Contributor:

Smith, Jane.

Abstract:

Letter with typescript from George F. and Janey (spelled "Janney" and "Jenney" in the letter) Smith to Jane's brothers Andrew, Arnold, and Thomas in Stockton, CA, dated March 20, 1862.

Date:

1862 (issued)

Subject:

n-us-ca
Bell, Andrew
Letter-writing
Stockton (Calif.)

Note:

George Falkenborough Smith (1822-1890, also known as "Fortenberry" Smith), crossed the plains and arrived in Stockton California in 1849, and engaged in farming and ranching in the San Joaquin Valley. He married Jane Bell, whose brother Andrew came to California in 1848 and became prominent in Inyo County.
Smith letter.
Unrestricted. Please credit California State Library.

Physical Description:

print
1 file folder; 14 3/4 x 9 5/8 in.

Language:

English

Identifier:

Origin:

California

Copyright Note:

Unrestricted. Please credit California State Library.