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The Olean Advocate, June 10, 1837: Article on Mammoth Cave

Newspaper clipping from the Olean Advocate, published in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on June 10, 1837. The clipping features a full-column article detailing the history of Mammoth Cave in Kentucky, including its ownership by Hyman Gratz from 1812 to 1838 and its exploitation of saltpeter deposits during the War of 1812. The article also mentions the cave's subsequent sale to Franklin Gorin in 1838.

Associated People/Businesses

Olean Advocate
Gratz, Hyman

Geography

Philadelphia

Subjects

Mammoth Cave (Ky.)
Saltpeter
United States--History--War of 1812
Newspapers

Physical Location

Arc.MS.56, Volume B, Page 14