In the scorching desert town of Gold Hill, Nevada, the year 1866 marked a turning point in the history of corruption. A shipment from Wells Fargo Co on January 3, 1866, sparked a wave of controversy that would shake the foundations of the lawless frontier town. According to an eyewitness, the shipment was a mere 50 pounds, but its contents were enough to set tongues wagging. The question on everyone’s mind was: what exactly was being transported by the infamous express company?
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Key Facts
- State: Nevada
- Category: Public Corruption
- Era: Historical
- Source: Library of Congress — Chronicling America ↗
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