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Biographical sketches of Irvin and Romeyn B. Ayres, 1886-1890.
BANC MSS C-D 301LOCAL
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Title:

Biographical sketches of Irvin and Romeyn B. Ayres, 1886-1890

Creator/Contributor:

Ayres, Irvin.

Creator/Contributor:

Morrison, George H.

Creator/Contributor:

Bates, Alfred.

Abstract:

Contents: dictated statements and answers to questionnaires by Irvin Ayres; biographical sketches of both brothers by Alfred Bates, G.H. Morrison and others; obituary notice for General Romeyn B. Ayres (order no. 70, Headquarters, 2d U.S. Artillery, signed by Eli D. Hoyle, Adjutant). Concerning Irvin Ayres overland journey 1853, bringing horses to California; livery business in Tehama Co.; sutlership at Forts Crook and Bidwell; notes on Indians, including the Modoc War; cattle and horse raising, but chiefly concerning General Romeyn B. Ayres Civil War service.

Date:

1886 (issued)

Subject:

Ayres, Romeyn B
Overland journeys to the Pacific
Indians of North America
Modoc War, 1872-1873
Tehama County (Calif.)
Fort Crook
Fort Bidwell

Note:

One item titled: Indians.
Also available on microfilm

Type:

Obituaries.

Physical Description:

7 folders in portfolio.

Language:

English

Identifier:

BANC MSS C-D 301LOCAL

Origin:

California