Note XXV-55 — Chapter XXV · DIVERS PHASES OF SELF-GOVERNMENT. 1819-1863.
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This occurred on the Cruces route. The escort was fired upon, two arrieros were mortally wounded. The banditti endeavored to run off one of the laden mules, but were prevented by the escort and passengers. Holinski, La Californie, 83-4; S. F. Alta, Oct. 18, 1851; S. F. Daily Herald, Oct. 18, 1851.