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J. H. Simpson letter to Edward Meyer Kern
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J. H. Simpson letter to Edward M. Kern
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Simpson informs Kern that had he heard of Kern's plans to return to St. Louis earlier, Simpson would have hired him as an assistant, and sends his regrets. He also writes that Kern should soon receive a congressional copy of the Navajo report.
mssHM 20645
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J.H. (James Hervey) Simpson letters to Richard H. Kern
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In HM 20644, written 1851, December 1, Simpson wishes to be informed of Kern's reconnaissance, and is in need of a good draughtsman. He asks about the current status of George Houghton, and says that Kern will adore Minnesota and St. Paul once he arrives. In HM 20643, dated 1852, May 11, Simpson requests to hear more of the Indians Kern has met with, and is glad Kern has reconciled with Frémont. Both letters contain many inquiries and details concerning Kern's fellow soldiers and colleagues.
mssHM 20643-20644
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Richard H. Kern diary
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Richard H. Kern's diary of his trip with Frémont's fourth expedition from October 20, 1848 through February 16, 1849.
mssHM 4273
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J. H. Simpson letter to Edward M. Kern and John Kern
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Simpson writes to the Kern brothers regarding a ring worn by the late Richard H. Kern which was turned over to Brigham Young. Simpson gives several recommendations for tracking down the ring.
mssHM 20661
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Edward Meyer Kern letter to "Mary"
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In this letter to "Mary", Kern reports that Frémont has moved on, leaving Kern in Taos, New Mexico. As Kern writes, "...he has broken faith with all of us.....he left us with no good wishes." However, he has been treated well in Taos since Frémont's departure, and is regaining the strength lost during the crossing of the mountains. Includes illustration by the author. One of his companions has attempted to retrieve some of the property they abandoned during their perilous journey through the mountains. Kern is hoping to soon begin traveling home by train. Signed "Ned." "Mary" may be Mary Kern Wolfe.
mssHM 20648
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Edward Meyer Kern diary
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Diary of the first part of Frémont's fourth expedition from October 8 through November 11, 1848.
mssHM 4154