William H. Russell person
also known as: Wm. H. Russell
Summary: Western character who wagered $200,000 on the Pony Express in 1860.
Completeness: 52/100 Grade D
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$200,000 wager on Pony Express— 1860-04-03
cited from Lost His Grip (1890) · +1 moreng last a lady was in-
sulted on one of the streets in this city by a
colored man. If the identity of the individual
can be established, he will be taught a lesson
which he will not soon forget. Such things
are of very rare occurrence i…
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Lost His Grip ↗
1890 · newspaper · public-domain · details