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- GLC#
- GLC05527.02-View header record
- Type
- Letters
- Date
- 3 May 1849
- Author/Creator
- Caspar, fl. 1849
- Title
- to his parents
- Place Written
- Guadalajara, Mexico
- Pagination
- 4 p. : Height: 27.1 cm, Width: 21.2 cm
- Primary time period
- National Expansion and Reform, 1815-1860
- Sub-Era
- Age of Jackson
Describes his overland route through Mexico and how he was swindled by Captain Innes, the expedition leader who ran out of money and had his charges pay his way. Relays the entire story of Innes' desertion and return to the travelers. Reports that he was elected the guide after Innes left permanently. Discusses the food and customs of the common people.
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