Excerpt from History of Merced County, California: With a Biographical Review of the Leading Men and Women of the County Who Have Been Identified With Its Growth and Development From the Early Days to the Present
The chapter on the Founders of the County seems to me to be perhaps the one which is most valuable, and at the same time it is perhaps the one which is most incomplete. The list of pioneers there gathered needs to be filled out as completely as the knowledge now held by people still living will permit. I have indulged a hope, as the book has grown, that some sort of county historical society or association may result from it; and if it Should result from attempts to supply my omissions and correct my mistakes, it will not on that account be any the less useful.
I can scarcely hope to thank all who have helped me with the work. Henry Nelson, Mrs. John Ruddle, Judge and Mrs. I. J. Buckley, and Mrs. Louisa Stevinson have given valuable information on the early Merced River section; S. L. Givens, Mrs. Penelope Rogers, Jefferson Price, and John Barker, on early days on Bear and Mariposa Creeks; and W. J. Stockton and C. W. Smith, on early West Side history. I am indebted to Charles Rogers, to L. R. Fan~ Cher and to O. H. Terrell for information on the early grain days on the East Side; to D. K. Stoddard for matter on early transportation, and also on the location of the first county seat; to Miss Neta Porter, of the county clerk's office, who has searched the records for the material in the chapter on county officers; to Miss Essae M. Culver.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the rich tapestry of Merced County, California, tracing its story from the era of Spanish exploration and Mexican ranchos to the influx of American settlers and the transformative arrival of the railroad. The author meticulously reconstructs the lives of early pioneers, cattle barons, and entrepreneurs who shaped the county's destiny. Through vivid narratives and historical documents, readers embark on a journey through time, witnessing the clashes between Native American tribes and Spanish soldiers, the challenges faced by early settlers, and the gradual development of agriculture and industry. The book explores the impact of the Gold Rush, the establishment of towns like Snelling and Merced, and the evolution of transportation, education, and irrigation systems. Central to the narrative is the interplay between human ambition, environmental constraints, and the forces of historical change. The author's insights illuminate the enduring legacy of Merced County's pioneers, whose struggles and triumphs laid the foundation for the vibrant community that exists today. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9780282557713_0
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