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Narrative of the expedition despatched to Musahdu by the Liberian government under Benjamin J. K. Anderson, Sr. ... in 1874

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    J. K. Lum letter to "dear sir,"

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    Letter from J.K. Lum in Skookumchuck, Washington, to an unknown recipient. Lum offers the recipient mountain beavers for $3.00, and writes that he can "send you almost any of the birds or mammals of this country...at reasonable prices." He lists some of the animals he has for sale, and notes some prices, which vary according to the "size and difficulty of capture." He asks for a list of desired animals along with the prices the recipient is willing to pay. He also offers to make an exchange for a spider monkey, which he wants to "complete a group for the fair."

    mssHM 29249

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    Benjamin J. Edson letters to Robert Moir

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    In these four letters to Robert Moir, Benjamin J. Edson writes of the business of mining in Nevada. Three of the letters (HM 16523-16525) are dated 1865; April 16, May 9, and October 31 respectively, while HM 16526 was writted 1879, March 28. Much of the content of the letters concern mining claims and their pending sales, with procedures outlined in detail. It appears that Mr. Moir is a potential investor in said claims, and Edson is acting as local agent, arranging and reporting on the ongoing business. By late 1865, they have procured a mill and have begun operations. In the final letter, Edson asks Moir for employment, as he apparently left their mutual business dealings fifteen years prior.

    mssHM 16523-16526

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    Benjamin J. Edson letter to Josiah [Edson]

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    Letter from Benjamin J. Edson in Genoa, Nevada, to Josiah (probably his brother Josiah Edson) regarding mining claims in Nevada. Edson writes of a letter he sent to Robert Moir, and of Josiah asks that "I would like to hear from you...as to prospects, even although a longer delay might be necessary to perfect any project that might be thought of."

    mssHM 16527

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    Map of the Rail Roads of New Jersey, and parts of adjoining States / Compiled by J. A. Anderson, Sup. Belvidere Delaware R.R

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    Rail routes are hand colored. MS note: Belinoret-Perry, Flemington, N.Jersey. Prime meridian: GM. Relief: no. Graphic Scale: Miles. Projection: Cylindrical. Printing Process: Lithography. Verso Text: MS note: Map 253712 Anderson, J.

    253712