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1860 May 6 . Harry I[nnes] Thornton, Jr. ALS to [Lucy Smith Crittenden Thornton?]; Downieville, [California].

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Abstract:
Travelled to the top of Indian Hill but was unsuccessful in collecting a debt. Brief account of his past five years, including his entry into the legal profession and moving to Nevada. Mentions Stewart living “in Silver land” and expecting to clear $50,000 this summer. References other silver prospectors. Notes the “International Prize fight” and promises to write more about his “views on the manly art of self defense—and the great benefits to nations of the Prize Ring in making a hardy and powerful race.”
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4 pages

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Collection

Western America collection, 1797-ca. 1898
Total components 105
Last indexed 2024-08-05