Barth, Solomon, 1842-1928
Dates
- Existence: 1842 - 1928
Biography
Solomon Barth was a native of Prussia; b. 1842; 1855 came to America and drifted from eastern states to Calif.; 1860 came to La Paz on Colorado River, from there to Weaverville, and in 1863, to Granite Creek; engaged in mail contracts and merchandising, the latter business being carried on in New Mexico; 1873 moved to St. Johns; claimed ownership of the Grand Canyon through an Indian grant.
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James W. LeSueur histories
Photocopies of typescripts made by E.M. Reilley from the James W. LeSueur papers, Arizona Pioneer Historical Society Library.
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