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1861 February 20 . [J.?] W. Stewart ALS to W.H. Barress; San Francisco, [California].

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Box 1
Abstract:
Comments on the region’s fine climate, its geography, and future prospects. Notes San Francisco trade, wooden buildings, and ships and shipping. Mentions growing trade with Japan and China and competition for jobs. Discusses a visit to Folsom and forms of transportation. Thoughts on gold mining. Advises Barress to remain in Cleveland, Ohio, and hold off coming to California “unless you had something sure here.”
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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