Sherwood, William
Person
Biography
William Sherwood, judge and farmer of Southport, Connecticut; mined for gold in California and Australia during the 1850s.
Found in 1 Collection or Record:
William Sherwood papers
Collection
Call Number: WA MSS S-1324
Abstract:
The papers consist of correspondence, diaries, genealogical research materials and other papers concerning Sherwood's unsuccessful mining ventures in California and Australia, his journey to England 1846-48 to research the descendants of Joshua Jennings, and Sherwood family life.
Dates:
1808-1906, bulk 1840-1880