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Soda Lakes, 1875-1887

 Sub-Series
Accession: 0384Identifier: 0384-III.-B.

Dates

  • Creation: 1875-1887

Scope and Contents

Other mining papers describe du Pont's search for soda deposits of soda, sulfur, and saltpeter to manufacture gunpowder. These papers contain analyses of samples, reports on claims, and correspondence, including mentions of interactions with Indigenous Americans. These papers include letters written by frontiersman Boney Earnest (1845-1933).

Extent

From the Collection: 25 Linear Feet

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Additional Description

Access Restrictions

No restrictions on access; this collection is open for research.

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Repository Details

Repository Details

Part of the Manuscripts and Archives Repository

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