Abstract Consists of California lettersheets, mostly pictorial, created approximately between the years 1850 and 1870, with the bulk dating from the 1850s. Pictorial lettersheets are illustrated with lithographs or wood engravings depicting California and Western themes. Intended to be used as stationery during and after the California Gold Rush, these lettersheets served as a kind of reportage, depicting important events and popular stories of the day. Common illustrated topics and scenes include:...

Content Description Consists of photos showing damage to identified buildings and streets in San Francisco, Calif., following the 1906 earthquake and fire. Buildings depicted include City Hall, Jackson Brewery, St. John church, Poodle Dog restaurant, Hale Bros., Lick Baths, St. Ignatius church, Tivoli Theater, U.S. Mint, Grand Hotel, Palace Hotel, Temple Emanu-El, California Pioneers, Call Building, and the Emporium. Several images display views along Mission Street and various side streets. Includes a view of...