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Zachariah Heywood letter to Jonathan Heywood
Manuscripts
In this letter to his brother Jonathan, Zachariah Heywood writes that he has been doing quite well on the farm, having produced 1500 pounds each of cheese and butter. He reports there was "great excitement" when news of the Civil War was received. Written on paper containing printed picture with poem titled "Stand By The Union."
mssHM 23253
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Zachariah Heywood letter to Jonathan Heywood
Manuscripts
In this letter addressed "Dear Brother," Zachariah Heywood writes that he, along with eight others, has found a claim in Placer County valued at one thousand dollars a share. He hopes to be able to return home the following spring.
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Zachariah Heywood letter to "Dear Brother"
Manuscripts
Heywood writes of his year-long trip "to the New Mines" and how it was not as profitable as he had hoped. Since his return, he has been working at a ranch, but many are leaving the farms because prices are so low. He reports that a group of "Chinamen" has taken over his brother's former claim. Printed image and poem titled "Stand by the Union" on first page of letter.
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Jonathan Heywood letters to Jane Heywood
Manuscripts
In these three letters addressed to his wife, Jane, Jonathan Heywood writes of his experiences in Yreka, California in 1853. HM 4201, dated July 16, Heywood writes that he has returned to California after six weeks in Oregon. He has sent gold dust home to Jane, and hopes to send more soon. He wishes that she send the children to school as much as possible. HM 4202 was written on August 7. Heywood sends more money and asks for news of home, as he has received no response to his letters. In HM 4203, dated September 4, Heywood writes that he is sending money home in the hands of a mutual friend.
mssHM 4201-4203
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Jonathan Heywood letter to Jane Heywood
Manuscripts
In this letter to his wife, Jonathan Heywood thanks her for taking care of the farm and children while he is in California, talks of common friends, and sends money.
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Jonathan Heywood letter to Jane Heywood
Manuscripts
Heywood writes to his wife that he and his companions have built a log cabin outside Jacksonville, California, and are beginning to prospect, but have not found anything so far. They have several neighbors nearby, all prospectors in cabins, from different parts of the country.
mssHM 4182