Collection Number: MC248

Biography

Charles L. Stilson (1844-1922) was a businessman in Chico, California.

Description

The collection contains twenty-three letters, the majority of which are written to Stilson by the aunt who raised him, Elizabeth L. Stilson. The letters discuss life in Chico, family news, and Stilson's business dealings.

Inclusive Dates

1864-1885.

Subject

California History

Finding Aid on the Online Archive of California (http://www.oac.cdlib.org/findaid/ark:/13030/c8qc0448/)

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