[White Pine, Alta California, March 13, 1869]

 

WHITE PINE.

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            A private correspondent, writing from Treasure City on the 7th instant, says :

            The past week has been a very pleasant one at White Pine, almost like spring, and as a consequence everything has been lively. Miners have been busy developing their claims; prospecting, as well, has received its share of attention.

            On the morning of March 4th the Stars and Stripes were hoisted for the first time on Treasure Hill, and it made one's heart leap good to see the Old Flag flung to the breeze.

            Strangers are arriving in large numbers daily, and our population is increasing very fast. The snow is fast disappearing and will soon be gone except in places on the hilltop. The south side of the hill is free from snow. This is Sunday, and a quiet day it is for a mining camp. Most work is suspended, and miners can be seen in groups discussing the events of the week.  Several rich strikes have been reported, and many are in good spirits over their prospects.

            If the present fine weather should continue, you may expect to hear of some rich developments in this vicinity before long. San Francisco is well represented in Treasure City, and every day we see some new faces from the Bay City.  There is nothing of importance to communicate, as general good order has prevailed during the past week. The Masons and Odd Fellows each have an association here for benevolent purposes. Both associations meet weekly at Treasure City, and each have a large membership. Many large buildings are in course of erection, and preparations are being made to accommodate the rush expected by and by from all quarters. Let the rush come. Many will make their fortunes, and, on the other hand, many will leave here discouraged. New towns are talked of, and, I suppose before long we will have one or two more cities in this neighborhood.