Collection: Henry Rives Letter | University Libraries Special Collection Guides

Scope and Contents

Rives' letter to "Cleve" [Abner Coburn Cleveland] describes the proceedings of the 1884 Democratic conventions in Eureka and Lincoln Counties; gives names of nominees for the legislature; complains of debts incurred during the Lincoln County convention, and mentions prospects for the November election.

Dates

September 29, 1884

Creator

Rives, Henry, 1848-1906 (Person)

Restrictions on 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.

Biographical Note

Henry Rives was judge in the 6th Nevada Judicial District, Eureka, Lincoln, and White Pine Counties.

Extent

0.21 Linear Feet (1 item)

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Abstract

Henry Rives was judge in the 6th Nevada Judicial District, Eureka, Lincoln, and White Pine Counties. Contains Rives' letter to "Cleve" [Abner Coburn Cleveland] describes the proceedings of the 1884 Democratic conventions in Eureka and Lincoln Counties; gives names of nominees for the legislature; complains of debts incurred during the Lincoln County convention, and mentions prospects for the November election.