4 issues. Each 8 pp. Loose sheets. 53.5x36 cm (21x14"). For the Steamer California. Mar. 5, 1851 Per Panama and Isthmus. April 14, 1851 Per Oregon and Republic. May 1, 1851 Per Panama, Isthmus and Union. July 1, 1851 Scarce Steamer issues of the famous San Francisco newspaper, intended to be taken aboard the departing steamers, and thus far less common than their earthbound cousins. The Alta California was principally famous for its relation to Mark Twain, and was arguably San Francisco's most influential Gold Rush newspaper.
4 issues. Each 8 pp. Loose sheets. 53.5x36 cm (21x14"). For the Steamer California. Mar. 5, 1851 Per Panama and Isthmus. April 14, 1851 Per Oregon and Republic. May 1, 1851 Per Panama, Isthmus and Union. July 1, 1851 Scarce Steamer issues of the famous San Francisco newspaper, intended to be taken aboard the departing steamers, and thus far less common than their earthbound cousins. The Alta California was principally famous for its relation to Mark Twain, and was arguably San Francisco's most influential Gold Rush newspaper.
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