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Blasdel (Henry Goode) papers
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Description
Correspondence belonging to Henry G. Blasdel, first governor of Nevada.
Background
Henry G. Blasdel was the first governor of the state of Nevada. Born in Indiana, he came to California in 1852. After living
in San Francisco, he moved to Virginia City, where he became a mining superintendent. Following service in the Civil War,
he was elected governor of Nevada and served from 1864 to 1871.
Extent
2.42 Linear Feet
(2 boxes)
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