Wilson Mining District Records

 Collection
Identifier: NC255

Scope and Contents

The Wilson Mining District Records include are bylaws, minutes, oath of office of the district recorder, and claim notices.

Dates

  • 1866-1879

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

Collection is open for research. Materials must be used on-site; advance notice suggested. Access to parts of this collection may be restricted under provisions of state or federal law.

Administrative History

The Wilson Mining District was located 23 miles south of Yerington, Esmeralda County, Nevada. It was organized in October 1866, and named for William Wilson.

Extent

1.21 Linear Feet (1 volume)

Language of Materials

English

Abstract

The Wilson Mining District was organized in October 1866 and located 23 miles south of Yerington, Esmeralda County, Nevada. The collection includes bylaws, minutes, oath of office of the district recorder, and claim notices.

Arrangement

Arranged chronologically.

Immediate Source of Acquisition

Acquired from an unknown source circa 1965.

Title
Guide to the Wilson Mining District Records
Status
Completed
Description rules
Describing Archives: A Content Standard
Language of description
English
Script of description
Latin

Repository Details

Part of the University of Nevada, Reno. Special Collections Department Repository

Contact:
Mathewson-IGT Knowledge Center
1664 N. Virginia St.
Reno Nevada 89557-0322 USA
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