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James H. Burgess letters, 1856-1871.
BANC MSS 83/157 c
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Title:
James H. Burgess letters, 1856-1871Creator/Contributor:
Burgess, James H., d. 1879, creatorCreator/Contributor:
Burgess, Charles Harry.Abstract:
Written to his wife, Easter Jane Pearce, both before and after their marriage, froim Douglass Flat, Calif., and Austin, Nevada,
where he worked in mining. Include descriptions of everyday life and discussions of family matters. With this: biographical
sketch of Burgess written by his grandson, C.H. Burgess, and photocopies of the letters.
Date:
1856 (issued)Subject:
n-us-ca -- n-us-nvGold mines and mining -- California
California -- Social life and customs
Douglass Flat, Calif -- Description and travel
Austin (Nev.) -- Description and travel
Physical Description:
17 letters in a portfolio.
Language:
English
Identifier:
BANC MSS 83/157 c