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William James Powell
As mentioned in his obituary, he started his journey with the 1853 John Brown Company, but after only a short time, he was hired by the Levi Stewart freight train to drive a team to the Valley.
Born
1832 August 13
Date Details
Occurred On 1832 August 13
Traveled in John Brown Company (1853)
1853 July 1 – October 17 (Age 20) Pioneers in Company
Date Details
Started On 1853 July 1
Joined Company
Ended Between 1853 October 13 – 17
Company Arrived
Traveled in Levi Stewart Freight Train (1853)
1853 July 24 – October 20 (Age 20) Pioneers in Company
Date Details
Started On 1853 July 24
Joined Company
Ended On 1853 October 20
Company Arrived
Died
1928 July 11 (Age 95)
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William James Powell (1832 - 1928) Profile