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1151 Oxford Road
San Marino, CA 91108
Manuscripts
J.W. (John Williams) Gunnison letter to J.S. Molner
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Manuscripts
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Daily: 10 A.M.–5 P.M.
Closed on Tuesdays
1151 Oxford Road
San Marino, CA 91108
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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
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Letter from William S. Lyon in Los Angeles, California, to John W. Vandervort, an early owner of property on Mount Wilson. Lyon writes to let Vandervort know that his two plants are ready for spring delivery, and that he hopes the recent frosts did not kill his poinsettia and hibiscus plants. Also includes an invoice for one hibiscus and one euphorbia plant, as well as delivery charges to Pasadena.
mssHM 72846
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In this letter to his brother, W.P. Reynolds writes of his experiences driving cattle between San Francisco and Los Angeles. He says "the cattle market has never in my experience been so depressed in California as this year." He also comments on an "instrument" that Edward has apparently invented, and advises him to apply for a patent. He also writes of relatives and mutual acquaintances.
mssHM 4221
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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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In this letter to his brother, John A. Scott writes of his journey to California. He reports the roads through Wyoming are in poor condition, and rainy weather made crossing rivers dangerous and difficult. At Fort Laramie, he saw many teams planning their routes West. Sicknesses such as cholera are rampant, and he has seen many graves along the roads. Includes fragment of envelope.
mssHM 15244
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William writes that his plans to bring Edward to California have been delayed, as William has not yet had a chance to purchase a tract of land for farming and cattle. Nonetheless, he writes, "in a short time Sonoro & Chihuahua will belong to the U.S." and so there will be plenty of opportunity for surveying; William recommends that Edward "follow the study in its higher branches." He also recommends drafting and that Edward "be a more skillful penman."
mssHM 4217