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LoC No.: 21008003

Title: Journal of a Trip to California
Across the Continent from Weston, Mo., to Weber Creek, Cal., in the Summer of 1850

Note: Reading ease score: 79.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Credits: E-text prepared by Barbara Kosker and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team (http: //www.pgdp.net) from page images generously made available by Internet Archive/American Libraries (http: //www.archive.org/details/americana)

Summary: "Journal of a Trip to California" by Charles W. Smith is a firsthand historical account written in the mid-19th century, likely during the era of westward expansion in the United States. The book chronicles the author's journey from Weston, Missouri, to Weber Creek, California, across the continent during the summer of 1850, amid the famed Gold Rush. It captures the experiences, challenges, and observations of pioneers making their way to what was then perceived as a land of opportunity. In this journal, Smith details the various stages of his journey, including the preparations for departure, travel experiences, encounters with fellow travelers, and reflections on the natural beauty he witnesses along the way. He documents the difficulties faced, such as harsh weather conditions, scarcity of resources, and the constant threat of Indian encounters. Smith writes vividly about the landscapes, from the prairies to the mountains, showcasing a deep appreciation for nature amid the struggles of travel. His journal serves as a rich historical document that provides valuable insight into the lives and thoughts of those who ventured west in search of prosperity and adventure during a pivotal time in American history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Smith, Charles W.

Editor: Vail, R. W. G. (Robert William Glenroie), 1890-1966

EBook No.: 33450

Published: Aug 16, 2010

Downloads: 124

Language: English

Subject: Overland journeys to the Pacific

Subject: Smith, Charles W.

LoCC: United States local history: The West. Trans-Mississippi Region. Great Plains

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

LoC No.: 21008003

Title: Journal of a Trip to California
Across the Continent from Weston, Mo., to Weber Creek, Cal., in the Summer of 1850

Note: Reading ease score: 79.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Credits: E-text prepared by Barbara Kosker and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team (http: //www.pgdp.net) from page images generously made available by Internet Archive/American Libraries (http: //www.archive.org/details/americana)

Summary: "Journal of a Trip to California" by Charles W. Smith is a firsthand historical account written in the mid-19th century, likely during the era of westward expansion in the United States. The book chronicles the author's journey from Weston, Missouri, to Weber Creek, California, across the continent during the summer of 1850, amid the famed Gold Rush. It captures the experiences, challenges, and observations of pioneers making their way to what was then perceived as a land of opportunity. In this journal, Smith details the various stages of his journey, including the preparations for departure, travel experiences, encounters with fellow travelers, and reflections on the natural beauty he witnesses along the way. He documents the difficulties faced, such as harsh weather conditions, scarcity of resources, and the constant threat of Indian encounters. Smith writes vividly about the landscapes, from the prairies to the mountains, showcasing a deep appreciation for nature amid the struggles of travel. His journal serves as a rich historical document that provides valuable insight into the lives and thoughts of those who ventured west in search of prosperity and adventure during a pivotal time in American history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Smith, Charles W.

Editor: Vail, R. W. G. (Robert William Glenroie), 1890-1966

EBook No.: 33450

Published: Aug 16, 2010

Downloads: 124

Language: English

Subject: Overland journeys to the Pacific

Subject: Smith, Charles W.

LoCC: United States local history: The West. Trans-Mississippi Region. Great Plains

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.