August 19. East Coast Newspapers start California Gold Rush in 1939. New Arrivals Aug 18 Written By August 19, 1839. East Coast Newspapers announce discovery of gold in the Sierras, starting the California Gold Rush. Cigar box label with a humorous take on the rube prospector heading West.
August 19. East Coast Newspapers start California Gold Rush in 1939. New Arrivals Aug 18 Written By August 19, 1839. East Coast Newspapers announce discovery of gold in the Sierras, starting the California Gold Rush. Cigar box label with a humorous take on the rube prospector heading West.
