Old Yukon: Tales, Trails, and Trials (Classic Reprints)
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| Rating | : | 4.43 (684 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 160223051X |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 514 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2016-12-08 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
Though he was instrumental in the early history of Alaska, and his legacy is evident throughout the state—for example, he named the city of Fairbanks—this is the first and only work to focus on Wickersham’s life during this pivotal time in Alaska’s history.. In this humorous and upbeat memoir, James Wickersham describes his career as a pioneer judge and later as a congressional representative assigned to a vast, snow-covered district, extending over 300,000 square miles in the undeveloped Alaska
About the AuthorJames Wickersham (1857–1939) was a statesman, author, historian, and scholar. He was born near Patoka, Illinois and moved in 1883 to Tacoma in the Washington Territory.
Thomas M. Smith said Book Review: "Old Yukon". In this new addition of "Old Yukon", Professor Cole has again displayed both his inexhaustible knowledge of early Alaskan history and unique editing skills. The original edition is essential reading for any student of Alaskan development during the first third of the twentieth century; but it is no. Frontier judge in his own words. the Gold rush brought to life. dave ferree This book is Judge James Wickersham's account of his time in Alaska serving as the Third District Federal Judge in the territory of Alaska at the turn of the Twentieth Century. Its a fascinating read but will appeal to a very select audience. I am from Fairbanks, Alaska and have a fascination for A. "Five Stars" according to A. Elins. good book we love hunting fishing adventure!!!
James Wickersham (1857–1939) was a statesman, author, historian, and scholar. He was born near Patoka, Illinois and moved in 1883 to Tacoma in the Washington Territory.