Collection: Harry M. DeVotie Papers | University Libraries Special Collection Guides

Scope and Content

Includes assay reports for the Western Gold Manufacturing Company, checks from the John S. Cook and Company Bank of Goldfield, Nevada, stock certificates for the Butler Gold Mining Company and Hornsilver American Mining Company, genealogy of the DeVotie family, and photos.

Dates

1921-1936

Creator

DeVotie, Harry M. (Person)

Restrictions

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

Miner and president of the Hornsilver American Mining Co. in Goldport, Nevada; also Nevada state Assemblyman, 1927-1928, and Senator, 1939-1945.

Extent

0.21 Linear Feet (24 items)

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Abstract

Harry M. DeVotie was a miner and president of the Hornsilver American Mining Co. in Goldport, Nevada. Includes assay reports for the Western Gold Manufacturing Company, checks from the John S. Cook and Company Bank of Goldfield, Nevada, stock certificates for the Butler Gold Mining Company and Hornsilver American Mining Company, genealogy of the DeVotie family, and photos. Date range 1921-1936.