Biagraphical [sic] sketch of the life of Col. Alexis Waldemar von Schmidt (civil engineer)
Collection context
Summary
- Title:
- Biagraphical [sic] sketch of the life of Col. Alexis Waldemar von Schmidt (civil engineer)
- Creators:
- Tilden, Lily F. von Schmidt.
- Extent:
- 13 leaves ;
- Language:
- English
Background
- Biographical / historical:
- Christian Peter von Schmidt emigrated to America in 1827 settling in Indiana. His son, Alexis, later came to California via ship in 1849 where worked as civil engineer. Worked as U.S. surveyor, built dams and various other waterworks including Spring Valley Water Works, dry docks at Hunter's Point, blew up "Blossom Rock" in S.F. Bay; ventured into shipping business; invented pump for pumping dredge.
- Physical description:
- 13 leaves ; 22 cm.
- Dimensions:
- 22 cm.
Indexed terms
Access and use
- Location of this collection:
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900 N Street, Room 200, P.O. Box 942837Sacramento, CA 94237-0001, US
- Contact:
- (916) 654-0176