Mueller ~ Schmidtmann Western Americana BONANZA

An unusual octagonal shape, with unusual 10 cent denomination.

In the spring of 1849, the rumors of the rich diggings at Wood's Crossing brought hundreds of miners from San Francisco, including Colonel Georg...

Originally Woods' Diggings, or Woods' Crossing, now Jamestown, a rich stretch of placer deposits was discovered in 1849. Tales of 40 to 60 o...

Lot of 2. 1) Into a Land Unknown…Kern River and Eastern California, Hensher, Alan; 2) … Kern River Valley, California Interstate Telephone Company.

Pilot Exchange Saloon - Kingsburg, Cal. - good for 10c drink. This Fresno County town had a battle between "dry" and "wet" forces

A color lithoi card captioned: Black Rock Spring, Owens Valley. The Water Supply of Los Angeles. The picture shows a small lake (or spring) in the fo

This unmounted Associated Press photo shows Pacific Avenue after an earthquake shook Southern CA in March, 1933. However, this 8 1/2" by 6"

Lot of 7 items. All items are personal accounting books owned by Mr. and Mrs. A.H. Schmidtmann. The books are issued by the Farmers and Merchants Nati

Not attributed in saloon token catalogs, this maverick has been labeled Los Angeles in origin.

This Garden City Foto Co. photo, labeled #28, shows a four story stone brick building on a corner. The structure has a massive clock tower, showing t

Card #6302, published by Cardinell-Vincent Co. of San Francisco and Los Angeles, showing a “map” with Los Angeles and Hollywood on the horizon, and ro

Lot of 2, including 1) Rancho La Brea, Stock, Chester; 2) Metropolitan water District of Southern Cal, History & 1st Annual Report, Weymouth, F.E.

A view of the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum while under construction, particularly one of the double peristyle arches at the east end of the venue. Th

This photo has the photographer's cut markings on the back indicating what background to cut for the ad. There is a photographer's stamp on ...

Lot of 64 post cards, 27 of which are southern California beach and water scenes, the rest of Los Angeles. Beach areas include Huntington Beach, San D

"Good For One Free Drink Where Friends Meet," a moden plastic token named after trout or the customers.

By Fatout, Paul. Hardcover, indexed, 178 pages. Tells the story of Meadow Lake region of Eastern California, from its bonanza in 1865 to its rapid dem

Cabinet card of Merced County Superintendent, Jos A. Howell. This cabinet card is signed and dated by the superintendent. The photograph measures 7

Lot of 11, includes: 1) Pioneer of the Mojave, The Life and Times of Aaron G. Lane by Thompson, Richard and Kathryn; 2) The Mentor, Lure of the Desert

Lot of 4 Includes: 1) The Mojave Indians by Smith, Gerald A. Hardcover, 131 pages including many photographs, maps, and illustrations. 2) Quaternary E

by Diller, J.S. Reprinted from THE MAZAMA, Volume IV, Number 4, December, 1915.

A single RPC showing two train engines and coal cars in what looks like a contrived burn. The coal cars carry signs reading: California State Fair Sp

Lot of 14 RPC and color litho post cards from the Needles area and Barstow. Scenes include: Needles High School field; Santa Fe RR Shop Park in Needle

Miners placer mining along the Feather River. The diggings in this area proved to be some of the most profitable in the region. In the area's pr...

Lot depicts the store front and autos of the Sutherland Tiajuana Stage operations. Unmatted, white border print measures 11 x 6-3/4.” There is minor

A view of a man and a woman at work can be seen through the front windows of a small storefront with a large clock hanging from a pole outside and 24

A view of Taylor's Tea & Coffee House storefront with six men and boys standing to the left of the image. Cabinet card measures 6 1/2 x 4&qu...

Lot of 3 includes a matted family photograph 4 7/8"x7 3/4" and two unmounted 3 1/4"x 4 1/4" photograph collection. The cabinet ca

Several saloon tokens are known from this town.

One of six different saloons known from Newman.

This Butte County town was first settled in 1871.

A black leatherette three-ring binder (10" x 11.5") containing records of salesmen from Oakland and Bay Area communities, the types of cars

Located two miles east northeast of present day San Diego Imperial Beach Civic Center, Palm City established a Post Office in 1914. Palm City is now

Lot of 2 includes: 1) The Silver Seekers by Remi Nadeau. Soft cover, indexed, 328 pages including maps, photographs, and illustrations. Crest Publishe

By Lingenfelter, Richard E. and Dwyer, Ricard A. Hardcover, 59 pages including an appendix and several illustrations. Signed by R. Lingenfelter (autho

Lot of 28 including some RPCs. The collection includes Pasadena pictures of the Colorado Street Bridge, Devil’s Gate, buildings and residences in the

Official Program, Tornament of Roses, Pasadena, California, January 1, 1910. Includes many advertisements, history of the Parade, and information abou

A historic shot of the Lodge at Pebble Beach. Log construction amidst an early wooded scene at Pebble Beach. An old auto sits in front of the lodge

Children and teacher pose on the steps of the schoolhouse. Photograph measures 4 3/4”x7 3/4”, beige single matte 7”x10”, high to medium contrast, and

Children and teacher pose on the steps of the schoolhouse. Photograph measures 7 3/4”x4 3/4”, beige single matte 10"x7", high to medium con

Two people in front of the Post Office. A woman is leaning against the wall while a horse mills about behind her and a man is adjusting the reins of

An ox team hauls a log to mill. Photograph measures 8”x 6”, no matte, high contrast, and the focus is sharp. The corners of the photo are creased.

Plumas County was formed from a portion Butte County March 18, 1854. This map shows Plumas County has near identical boundaries as it does today. The

Lot of 2. 1) "Compliments of B.W. Hooker, TEXACO Products, Corner Garey and Columbia, Pomona, Calif." Illustration shows two women on the p

An agricultural town southeast of Tulare.

Wonderful photograph of an early 20th century log skidder. A mule train pulls two logs down the road. The photograph may be on Bucks Road near Bucks

Photograph of the front of the Portola Hotel, circa 1920.

By Leonard Murnane.

Lot of 6 items: 1) Blank check from the Northern California National Bank of Redding; 2) A cancelled check from the same bank with Redding dateline cr

Cert. #2, issued to J.W. England for 50 shares in 1899. Signed by Meriam Clark as president and Gus Knight, Jr. as secretary. Vignette of seated alleg

Lot of 4 includes: 1) Agua Mansa Bell, Mission Inn, Riverside, Calif. Shows a large metal bell on the steps of the mission. 2) Mentone Church. 3) Elab

Items include, 1902 handwritten letters from The First National Bank, Farmers Exchange Bank, and several “paid” stamped checks from the First National

Lot of 29 includes scenes and views in and around the communities of Redlands, Riverside and Colton. There are 20 postcards from Redlands, 4 from Rive

Written by A.N. Denyes to Oliver Kirkpatrick on the letterhead of Aurora Consolidated Mines Company, the letter discusses his newly rented house near

Lot of 2 from Roy Woods Chevrolet in Rialto, CA. Both approximately 11 x 19" when unfolded. 1) 1957, "Season's Greetings, Your Texaco ...

Secret Ravine, a tributary of Miners Ravine, which runs into Dry Creek, was the site of extensive placer mining operations during the California Gold

The Golden Gate Saloon was located at 500 K Street in the capitol city of Sacramento

The Lafayette Saloon was located at 320 K. Street in Sacramento.

SAC-1815/R5 Stmpls Cvr, "Missent", Paid 40. Condition good.

A view of the piles to be used in construction of the new railroad depot in Sacramento, California. The photograph measures 8 x 6" with a white b

Emerging Sacramento City C1851. The main street and harbor are busy with commerce and shipping. This rendition shows a variety of different buildings

Lot of 6 RPCs including 1) Del Rosa M.E. Church. 2) A Private Home at Green Valley Park, California, showing a nice cabin in the woods. Dated 1937. 3)

Hart Mining District. Incorporated in 1916 under the laws of the State Of Nevada. Certificate No. 157 issued to Fred W. Lull for 140 shares on April 1

Lot of 11 different issues. Featured articles include: San Gorgonio Mountain by John W. Robinson; A Walk Through Borate, by Robert E. Reynolds; Fossil

Lot of 10 boxes includes: 7 large 7-UP Bottling Company of San Bernardino wood boxes, approximately 11 X 16.5 X 9 each, 1958-1960, all excellent condi

Lively street scene of San Bernadino. Centered in the picture is Merchants National Bank. Many business names clearly visible. Possibly corner of T

The Official Guide Book of the Panama-California exposition, San Diego, 1915, gives a detailed location and description of buildings, exhibits, and co

A blank J.A. Fairchild check, datelined San Diego, Cal.188x with a rare RN stamp. J.A. Fairchild was cashier of the Consolidated Bank of San Diego unt

Color stock certificate good for 14 shares of stock in the Pacific Building Company of San Diego, CA, each valued at $1 per share and issued to the Ho

Lot of 12 color repro post cards. Included are scenes of: the Consolidated Aircraft Corp. assembly line; Municipal Piers at the foot of Broadway; Benn

This is a September 28, 1920 stock certificate certifying Arthur Cosgrove the owner of 2 shares of stock issued at $2 per share in the San Diego Sorre

Five people pose in front of a pool hall and barber shop in Downtown San Diego. Photograph measures 6 ¾”x4 ¾”, black single matte 7 ½...

Street Scene With Corner Market Vegetable Display Photograph. This unmounted print measures 10 x 8”. Focus and contrast are good. The large signs of

White-bordered, unmatted image measures 9-3/4 x 7-3/4.” Contrast is high. Focus is sharp. Signs are readable. There are remains of adhesive on the bac

Herman J. Lambrech’s Plumbing and Heating Company staff posing with spiffy new work truck in front of their offices on Imperial Avenue in San Diego. U

Measures 14’’x9’’ on black matte. Medium contrast and sharp focus. Poor condition, pen outlines of the ship are visible from someone’s markings and

Certificate No. 4684 for $50.00 to Lydia A Stevens on April 4, 1854. Signature for Adams & Co. and (illegible). Vignettes of prospectors at center

An original deposit certificate from the Adams & Co. Express and Banking Office in San Francisco, No. 385?, for $35 received from R.R. Stoelddard

Measures 9 1/4’’x 6 1/2’’ on black matte. Medium contrast, focus is sharp. In good condition, matte is a little worn on the sides, and back. No photo

Lot of 4 includes: 1) Bret Harte Writings, Poems. Hardcover, indexed, 332 pages, copyright 1870. 2) Bret Harte's Writings, Mrs. Skaggs' Husb...

Lot of 3 nice early color reproductions of Sutter’s Fort in Sacramento and San Francisco’s Harbor. 1) The Sutter’s Fort piece is titled and dated in 1

This Lot contains over 14 items on and about various railroad companies dating from 1879-1947. Focal points are as follows: 1) 1909 issue of Income Ma

This photo resembles an I. W. Tabor cabinet card titled "California Street from Sansome Street, San Francisco, looking west." This mounted p

Newly built Customs House in San Francisco, CA, c1855. This building was used by the US Customs Service to collect taxes on imported goods, control ve

This is a detailed engraved printing of Early San Francisco, C1850. The printing depicts the business of the marina and growing population of the city

From the heart of North Beach, famous for over a hundred years, fine Italian dining. This token is from the time when drinks were only 5c.

A San Francisco landmark for over 100 years, Fior d'Italia Saloon continues to thrive in the heart of North Beach, one of the city's most po...

Hand colored print of San Francisco Public Square/ Grand Plaza. Visible are the Flag pole, center statue, various people, the Empire Saloon; Atwill ...

A view of the Chalmers automobile company building at an angle. The photo measures 9 ¾ x 7 ¾”. No matte. Medium contrast with high focus. ...

Arthur Spaulding Co. Photographers took this photo of the Pioneer Automobile Company's new shipment of General Motors Company Trucks (GMC) had f...

Printing shows a rural place and with few establishments, several farms, and relatively empty bay and harbor before the rapid increase in population,

Traveling photographer R. J. Waters shot this matte finish photo of the Sloane and Company Building at 114 Post Street between Kearny Street and Grant

Charles Fey and Company Silver Cup pictorial on obverse, reverse good for 5c in trade.

Two tokens: obverse Geo. Hansen Slot Machines; reverse good for 5c in trade.

Lot of two pictorial billheads. Both made out to Mr. C. Augostine in San Andreas. In good condition with minor stains and slight yellowing.

This 9 3/4" by 7 3/4" glossy unmounted photo by an unknown photographer, shows a street scene of San Francisco in the 1930s. The photo is s

Measures 8’’x 6’’, medium contrast and focus is sharp. In very good condition, with very little wear. The top left corner is slightly bent, the bott

This is another Arthur Spaulding Photograph depicting the automotive business in San Francisco. This 8" by 5 3/4" unmounted glossy photo co

A front view of the "United States Tire Co." building. Photograph measures 7 x 6", with no matte or border. The contrast is high while

Measures 9’’x7’’ on black matte. Low to medium contrast and focus is sharp. In fine condition, with some wear. The corners of the matte are slightl