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The boss : By J.W. McConaughy & Edward Sheldon
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J.W. Towne letter to "my dear Cox,"
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In these two letters written to the otherwise unidentified "Cox," Towne says there is opportunity for investing in Victoria, British Columbia, where Towne is currently stationed. He reports that real estate has doubled since his arrival. "Cox" appears to be in San Francisco, and has apparently access to goods for shipment to Towne. This manuscript consists of two letters, 1 and 2, dated 1858, July 27 and July 30 respectively.
mssHM 27991 (1-2)
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J.W. (John Williams) Gunnison letter to J.S. Molner
Manuscripts
Gunnison writes concerning the barometers he has requested for his journey to the Pacific.
mssHM 21317
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J.W. (John Williams) Gunnison letter to Richard H. Kern
Manuscripts
Gunnison instructs Kern to meet him in Chicago to pick up some equipment for their journey west. From there, they will travel to St. Louis for additional supplies.
mssHM 21349