I am researching a robbery that happened in 1853 in modern day Claremont, CA. The four bandits ran up into the san gabriel mountains after stealing 30,000 worth of loot from a wells fargo caravan. They buried the loot somewhere along the river. I am trying to find more specific information, perhaps the exact date of this robbery so i can dig up some old newspapers and maybe find some more information.
Also, a man named John Knox Portwood, who was a known "bad man" of the canyon who was shot down by the law in the late 19th century, was known to have lots of gold on hand...I am trying to find the site of his cabin. Anyone has any info on this area of old "eldoradoville" and san gabriel valley, please share!
Also, a man named John Knox Portwood, who was a known "bad man" of the canyon who was shot down by the law in the late 19th century, was known to have lots of gold on hand...I am trying to find the site of his cabin. Anyone has any info on this area of old "eldoradoville" and san gabriel valley, please share!