Rumored CPRR sale, 1873

From: "Noah Belikoff" nbelikoff@berkeley.edu

In the course of my research I came across these CPRR-related articles dating to June, 1873 (rumored sale) and thought they might be of interest. ...

—Noah

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San Francisco Chronicle 6-8-1873

Daily Alta California 6-9-1873

San Francisco Chronicle 6-12-1873

San Francisco Chronicle 6-12-1873

"Big Four"

From: "Nora Zelevansky" missnoraz@gmail.com

I'm researching "The Associates" or "Big Four" for an article. I'm trying to find out information on Mark Hopkin's estate in Nob Hill (before it was destroyed, of course). I'd love to find out architectural/decor details about the original mansion. Does anyone know where to find that information?

Also, does anyone know where to find the value of Leland Stanford, Mark Hopkins, and Charles (and E.B.) Crocker's estates at the time of their respective deaths? If anyone has information, I'd love the help.

—Nora