John Franklin Papers, 1850-1859

Overview of the Collection

Creator
Franklin, John, -1886
Title
John Franklin Papers
Dates
1850-1859 (inclusive)
Quantity
1 volume (approximately 125 pages)
Collection Number
Cage 1881 (collection)
Summary
Diary, copy-book, poetry and sketchbook mostly about California and the gold fields, 1850-1859. Also marriage license of John Franklin and Joanna Doyle.
Repository
Washington State University Libraries' Manuscripts, Archives, and Special Collections (MASC)
Manuscripts, Archives, and Special Collections
Terrell Library Suite 12
Pullman, WA
99164-5610
Telephone: 509-335-6691
mascref@wsu.edu
Languages
English

Content DescriptionReturn to Top

Diary, copy-book, poetry and sketchbook mostly about California and the gold fields, 1850-1859. Also marriage license of John Franklin and Joanna Doyle.

Administrative InformationReturn to Top

Acquisition Information

Gift, Ferry County Commissioners through Mrs. Goldie Putnam, 1958

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Subject Terms

  • Gold miners -- California -- Diaries
  • Gold mines and mining -- California -- 19th century

Geographical Names

  • California -- Emigration and immigration