Overview of James Pierce’s early lifestory

Pierce first was involved in mining in Yuba City after arriving in California but later helped finish a sea wall his brother had started before his death. He moved to Santa Clara and purchased a property, naming it New Park.
Source: History of Santa Clara
Date: Undated
Type: BOOK
Coverage:
  • Santa Clara
  • San Francisco
  • 1920s
  • 1850s
  • 1870s
Identifier: FE-BEN-Pierce-10

Collection

Faye Ellis Collection

Citation

“Overview of James Pierce’s early lifestory.” History of Santa Clara. SCPL Local History. https://history.santacruzpl.org/omeka/items/show/138784. Accessed 2 Jan. 2026.