Excerpt from Nevada County, State of California: The Home of Deep Producing Gold Mines and Prolific Fruit Orchards
In this brief sketch of modern Nevada County, it is considered proper to speak of two specific instances, of soil development, which are typical of many.
One is that of Mr. Horace V. Winchell, a mining engineer of national reputation, whose training and travel gave him a wide knowl edge of what constitutes profitable investments. Coming here in a professional capacity two or three years ago, after a brief visit he departed a farmer, having instructed his agents to purchase 400 acres of land upon which he is spending thousands of dollars, plant ing it to fruit.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book is an exploration of California's Nevada County, a region renowned for its gold mines and fruit orchards. The author traces the county's history from the gold rush era to the present day, highlighting the contributions of mining and agriculture to its development. The book also examines the county's natural beauty, including its mountains, rivers, and lakes, and discusses the importance of conservation and sustainability. Throughout, the author provides insights into the lives of the people who have shaped Nevada County's past and present, from miners and farmers to business owners and community leaders. Ultimately, this book offers a comprehensive and engaging portrait of a unique and fascinating region of California. 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. Seller Inventory # 9781333394257_0
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