Society of California Pioneers

California Biographical Pamphlet Collection, 1860-1950

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Extent:: 6 document boxes (2.50 linear feet)
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Preferred citation:: California Biographical Pamphlets Collection. Society of California Pioneers

Scope and content:: The collection covers a wide range of professions, associations, and subject areas--including explorers, pioneers, missionaries, agriculture, railroads, cable cars, vigilante movements, and military history. The materials in the collection were published between 1860 and 1950, with some undated materials. While the materials were published within this timeframe, they may document individuals whose lives and activities extend beyond publication date. The collection includes a mix of self-published and professionally published works, as well as pamphlets and ephemeral items like commemorative programs.
Biographical / historical:: The collection was organized and described with assistance from LH and RH in 2025. The California Biographical Pamphlets Collection is an artificial collection that includes biographical resources related to individuals associated with California. Related materials can be found in the Biographical Files (BIO FILES) collection. The collection materials are arranged alphabetically by individual's surname. The collection is open, although new items are not expected.

Access and use

Preferred citation:: California Biographical Pamphlets Collection. Society of California Pioneers

Location of this collection:: Society of California Pioneers

300 Fourth Street

San Francisco, CA 94107, US