The Rush for Gold by Frank Lee Beals (California State Series), 1949 💰📜🇺🇸 financial ephemera The company was known for

The company was known for producing low-cost editions to make literature available to a wide audience

Its status as a widely read classic and its unique ex-libris bookplate give it a documented history that makes it a highly desirable item for any serious collector of modern American literature

The narrative goes beyond a simple adventure story to provide a portrayal of pioneer life

The high level of detail

The handwritten inscription on the endpaper provides a personal touch and authenticates its long life as a treasured possession

The Rush for Gold by Frank Lee Beals (California State Series), 1949 💰📜🇺🇸 financial ephemera The company was known for1. Introduction This 1949 vintage children's textbook, The Rush for Gold, by Frank Lee Beals, is part of the California State Series. The book is a primary historical document that captures the California Gold Rush through a fictional narrative. As a rare state issued textbook with a unique handwritten inscription, this volume is a sound acquisition for any collector of Americana, educational history, or books with documented history. 2. About the