As mentioned in yesterday’s post about Asa M. Fairfield, his epic tome on the early history of Lassen County was released in 1916. It is not the easiest read in the world. However, for the researcher and/or genealogist it is a true gem. Fairfield in his Forward states he did not begin his history until 1909, though he does also mention listening to the old timers while growing up. I mention this as he does cite several people who passed on way before 1909. Yet, there are people who have remarkable memories. I knew one such person, Philip S. Hall, who not only listened to all the banter around him growing up, but retained.
Fairfield’s History has been reprinted several times. It is still available and can be purchased locally at Margie’s Book Nook.